Christ’s Resurrection Means That We Will One Day Be Raised
“Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed” (1 Cor. 5:7). By the shed blood of Christ, the Lamb of God, eternal death has passed over us. Now we pass with Christ through death into life everlasting. For Christ the crucified One is risen! The stone has been rolled away from the tomb, revealing that the tomb could not hold Him (Mark 16:1–8). Now our Redeemer lives eternally to save us from sin and Satan and the grave, and we can live in the sure hope of our own bodily resurrection with Christ. “After my skin has been thus destroyed, yet in my flesh I shall see God” (Job 19:26). Feasting on the living Christ, who is our meat and drink indeed, we boldly say: “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 Cor. 15:54–55, 57).
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🕊️ What the Easter Son-Rise Service Is
The Easter Son-Rise Service at Christ Lutheran Church is an early morning Easter Sunday worship that joyfully celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The timing and symbolism reflect Christ’s victory over death—moving from the darkness of Good Friday into the light of Easter morning.
When: Easter Sunday at approximately 7:00 AM – 8:15 AM
Where: Christ Lutheran Church, 501 N Clear Springs Rd, Mustang, OK
🛐 Core Components of the Service
The structure of the Son-Rise Service typically includes several traditional liturgical elements:
1. Scripture Readings
Passages focus on the hope and certainty of resurrection, often including texts like Isaiah 25:6–9 and John 20:1–18. These readings underscore God’s promise to conquer death and Christ’s risen presence.
2. Sermon Message
The preacher’s message centers on the significance of Jesus’ resurrection — emphasizing new life in Christ, the reality of salvation, and the assurance believers have through faith.
3. Holy Communion
The congregation is invited to receive the Lord’s Supper as part of the worship, reflecting on Christ’s sacrificial death and risen life. (To view Christ Lutheran’s beliefs and practices on Holy Communion please view our “What We Believe” page)
4. Hymns and Music
Traditional Easter hymns like “Jesus Christ Is Risen Today” are sung, and the church choir contributes special anthems enhancing the joyful tone of the service.
5. Prayer
Prayer infuses the life of worship. Various prayers will be prayed throughout the service.
🍽️ Fellowship After the Service
After worship concludes, an Easter breakfast is offered where members and visitors can share a meal and fellowship. An Easter Egg Hunt for children will take place during this time as well (usually 9:15 AM).
📡 If You Can’t Attend In Person
For those who cannot be physically present, the church streams the Easter Morning Service at 10:30 AM live on our YouTube and Facebook pages, enabling broader participation.