This Is Not the End (Easter 2026) | Pastor Dan Laitinen

In this past week Jesus’ immense love for us has been made clearly known to us as we remembered the suffering and death he faced for our sins. Today Jesus’ immense power is made known to us as we remember how he rose from the grave in triumph and victory.

We spend so much energy trying to squeeze everything out of this life—more success, more experiences, more meaning—hoping it will finally feel like enough. But “more” always runs out. The world feels fractured and loud, trust is thin, and we’re expected to curate a life that looks put-together even when it isn’t. Add sickness, loss, and the reality that life ends, and it’s easy to feel worn down and hopeless.

But Easter interrupts all of that. Jesus’ resurrection means death doesn’t get the final word, and our lives aren’t measured by how much we managed to pack in. Because He lives, our future is secure—and that changes life right now. This is not the end. In Christ, it’s the beginning of a life that can’t be taken away.