What a beautiful day to celebrate the most significant moment in history—Resurrection Sunday.

For those of us who follow Christ, this isn’t just a holiday marked on a calendar. It’s not about pageantry or polished performances. Resurrection is our reality—every single day.

And today, I want to offer something simple. Not eloquent. Not polished. But pointed and true. A reminder straight from Scripture about the power of this moment and the question that it still presses on our hearts.

The Power of the Resurrection

In John 11, we find one of the most powerful stories of Jesus’ ministry: the raising of Lazarus. A story filled with questions, doubt, heartbreak—and ultimately, hope.

Jesus’ dear friend Lazarus had died. His sisters, Mary and Martha, were devastated. They had sent word for Jesus to come when Lazarus was sick, but He delayed. Four days passed before Jesus arrived.

When Martha sees Jesus, she doesn’t hide her pain. “Lord, if you had been here, my brother would not have died,” she says. But even in her sorrow, there’s a glimmer of belief. She adds, “Even now I know that whatever you ask of God, God will give you.”

Jesus looks at her and says, “Your brother will rise again.”

Martha nods. “I know he will rise again in the resurrection on the last day.”

But Jesus has something more immediate in mind. He declares something that has echoed for over 2,000 years:
“I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live. And everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this?” (John 11:25–26)

And that’s the ultimate question—one we must all answer for ourselves:
Do you believe this?

The Question That Transcends Time

Every one of us wrestles with questions at some point in our lives.

• Is there life after death?
• Can I be good enough to make it to heaven?
• Why is there so much suffering in the world if God is loving?
• What happens when I die?

Even those who walked with Jesus had doubts. So if you’re reading this today with questions in your heart, you’re not alone.

People throughout history have reported near-death experiences—bright lights, feelings of peace, visions of loved ones. And while interpretations vary, these stories reflect something deep in all of us: a longing to know that death isn’t the end.

We all wonder about what’s next. It’s natural. Because unless Jesus returns first, we’re all going to face death.

But for the believer, there’s good news. Death doesn’t get the final word.

The Last Enemy Defeated

Scripture calls death the last enemy (1 Corinthians 15:26). And let’s be honest—it always feels like it wins. We can dress it up, delay it, deny it, but eventually, it comes.

Hebrews 9:27 says, “It is appointed unto man once to die, and after this the judgment.” No one escapes that appointment.

But Jesus changed everything. He didn’t just die—He rose. He conquered death, hell, and the grave. His resurrection wasn’t symbolic. It was physical, visible, eternal. And through Him, we find victory.

As Paul wrote,
“O death, where is your victory? O death, where is your sting?”
“But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” (1 Corinthians 15:55–57)

Light in the Face of Darkness

I’ve sat beside many grieving believers. I’ve watched faces filled with tears also shine with peace. Because they knew their loved one believed in Jesus. They knew this wasn’t goodbye forever. It was, “I’ll see you again.”

Jesus’ words in John 11 have given comfort for centuries. But they’re not without mystery. He says a believer will live even if they die—and yet, will never die. How can both be true?

Because physical death is not the end. For those who believe, death is simply a doorway. A transition. A step into eternal life.

Without Jesus, what other hope do we have?

At the moment of death, all pretense fades away. We can fake a lot while we’re alive. But when we face eternity, the only thing that will matter is whether or not we believed.

And that brings us right back to the question Jesus asked Martha:
Do you believe this?

When Truth Becomes Personal

The truth of Jesus must move from a story… to your story. From theology… to relationship.

If I could believe for you, I would. But I can’t. Only you can answer the question Jesus asked Martha.

Let me leave you with six simple but powerful questions. Answer them in your heart:

1. Do you believe Jesus is the Son of God who came from heaven to earth?
2. Do you believe He died on the cross for your sins?
3. Do you believe He rose again—physically, bodily, forever alive?
4. Do you believe He’s seated at the right hand of the Father?
5. Do you believe He can remove the fear of death and offer eternal life?
6. Are you willing to stake your life—and eternity—on your answer?

You don’t need to understand it all. You just need to believe. Not in religion. Not in rituals. But in a living Savior who is calling you by name.

This Is Our Coronation Day

D.L. Moody, the great evangelist, said on his deathbed:
“Earth is receding. Heaven is approaching. This is my coronation day.”

If you know Jesus, Resurrection Sunday is not just His coronation day—it’s yours too. Because His victory becomes your victory.

So let me ask one final time:

Do you believe this?

Because in Christ, we’re not bound by death. We’re set free to live.

He is risen. He is risen indeed.