March 27, 2016

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March 27, 2016

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Everybody Does Some Cave Time | Part 7

A cave can either be a _______________ place or a _______________ place. The angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay.” Matthew 28:5-6 (NIV) How can Jesus transform me in the cave of resurrection? Jesus transforms my _______________________ into His ___________________. After they had nailed him to the cross, the soldiers gambled for his clothes by throwing dice. Matthew 27:35 (NLT) One of the soldiers, however, pierced his side with a spear, and immediately blood and water flowed out. John 19:34 (NLT) After he said this, he showed them his hands and side. The disciples were overjoyed when they saw the Lord. John 20:20 (NIV) From now on, don’t let anyone trouble me with these things. For I bear on my body the scars that show I belong to Jesus. Galatians 6:17 (NLT)

CALL TO WORSHIP L: It happened! Jesus was absolutely right! P: Christ is risen! It was as he said it would be! Choir: (or small ensemble): sing verse 1 of “Sing Alleluia to the Lovrd” L: Darkness is gone! Brightness reigns! P: God’s love has poured over us, bringing us joy and hope! Choir: (or small ensemble): sing verse 2 of “Sing Alleluia to the Lord” L: We are free from fear and doubt! P: We are free to celebrate and dance, and shout the Good News “Christ is Risen!” Choir: (or small ensemble): sing verse 4 of “Sing Alleluia to the Lord” ALL: AMEN!

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INVOCATION

We have to admit it, Lord, that we had our doubts. We have heard the Resurrection story and for so many years it has remained just a nice story. But this time it is different. This time we have walked the path with Christ. We have journeyed through the wilderness and valleys, to the mountaintops to the courtyard, the garden and the cross. Now you bring us to the empty tomb and to the joyous news of the truth of Christ. Forgive us when we so easily doubt the truth of his resurrection. Forgive us when we feel we have to have absolute proof of everything. Your love in Jesus Christ is all the proof we need. You conquered death and sin, you brought us to new life. We praise your holy name and sing our unending song of hope and thanksgiving. Christ the Lord is risen today. Alleluia. AMEN.

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