by Bermie Dizon
It’s that time of the Christian calendar when we reflect on the resurrection.
Our thoughts naturally go to that glorious morning when Jesus stepped out of the tomb, victorious over death. It was a breathtaking moment in history.
As we prepare our hearts for Resurrection, we’re reminded that Easter is not just about looking back—it’s about living in the power of what Jesus has done.
The resurrection is not only a triumph of the past; it is a present and living reality. Jesus didn’t just rise from the dead—He is the Resurrection, and He lives in us today.
This weekend, may we do more than remember.
The same power that raised Christ from the dead is available to bring new life to our brokenness, strength to our weakness, and hope to our ordinary moments. The risen Christ invites us not just to celebrate but to walk in resurrection life daily.
Yet, the power of the resurrection isn’t limited to that single event. It flows into the present, touching our everyday lives in ways both profound and simple.
As I look back over my life and the lives of others, I catch glimpses of resurrection power at work.
Resurrection is not just something that happened; it is Someone—alive and active—Jesus Christ. And where Christ is, resurrection is present.
In forgiveness, resurrection thrives. Bitterness, anger, and pain that once poisoned our hearts can find healing when we choose to forgive.
Forgiveness is a death to pride; a letting go of past wounds. In its place, new life begins to grow—healing, peace, and reconciliation. Jesus, the Resurrection, breathes life into relationships once thought dead.
“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” — Ephesians 4:32 (NIV)
In healing, resurrection is evident. Physical recovery, emotional renewal, and spiritual revival all testify to His power. I remember times when I felt overwhelmed by grief, burdened by loss, or struggling with physical limitations. Yet, in those dark moments, God’s resurrection power gave me strength, endurance, and even miraculous healing. Jesus, the Resurrection, meets us in our weakness.
“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’” — 2 Corinthians 12:9 (NIV)
In encouragement and comfort, resurrection is active. When I sit with someone who is hurting and offer words of hope, I participate in the life-giving work of Jesus. He uses our voices to speak words that revive weary souls and restore hope. Jesus, the Resurrection, speaks life through our words and actions.
“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:11 (NIV)
Even in the ordinary moments, resurrection is there. When I tend my garden, pulling weeds and nurturing plants, I see life springing up from the ground—a living picture of resurrection.
When I teach my ESL (English as a Second Language) students and watch them grasp a new word or concept, it’s like seeing light break through the darkness.
When I share the good news with those struggling through life, telling them that Jesus is the answer to their deepest questions and the solution to their problems—resurrection life happens.
The risen Christ dwells in us, filling our lives with His presence.
Every act of kindness, every moment of grace, every whisper of hope is a touch of resurrection. What seems small or insignificant is often where His life blooms most brightly.
“I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.” — Galatians 2:20 (NIV)
The power of the resurrection is not limited to a distant past or a future hope.
It is here and now, working in your life through forgiveness, healing, encouragement, comfort, and countless small acts of love and grace done in Jesus’ name.
The resurrection is in us because Christ is in us.
Prayer:
Lord Jesus, thank You for being the Resurrection and the Life. Thank You for revealing Your power not only in grand, miraculous moments but also in the small, everyday acts of love and grace. Help me to see Your resurrection at work in my life—in forgiveness, healing, encouragement, comfort, and even in the mundane. Thank you for your presence in every part of my life. Amen.
BERMIE DIZON is a retired pastor of Grace Communion International (GCI), Glendora, CA, and a former writer for USA Tribune for nine years. He is also the author of the book “God, In Every Step” which is now available at Amazon, Barnes & Nobles, and other outlets.
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