It's Not Over: A Message of Hope and Redemption

On Easter Sunday, Pastor Jeremy Eastman delivered a powerful and hope-filled message titled "It’s Not Over," reminding believers that the crucifixion of Jesus was not the end of the story—it was the beginning of redemption’s greatest chapter. With boldness and compassion, Pastor Eastman invited the congregation to step into the fullness of life made possible through the resurrection of Christ.

Remaining in His Presence

Pastor Eastman opened the sermon with a heartfelt invitation to seek God’s presence above all else. Using the example of Joshua, who lingered in the tent of meeting even after Moses had gone, he urged the church to cultivate a hunger for intimacy with God. In a culture that often rushes to the next thing, Pastor Eastman challenged listeners to pause and remain where God is moving—to not simply pass through His presence but to dwell in it.

“When God shows up, don’t be in a hurry to move on. Stay in that moment, because that’s where transformation happens.”

The Message of the Cross: “It Is Finished” – But Not Over

At the heart of the message was the phrase “It’s not over.” Pastor Eastman reminded us that while Jesus declared, “It is finished” on the cross, that declaration was not an ending—it was a victory. The crucifixion paid the price for our sin, but the resurrection proved the power of that payment. The cross was the cost of our redemption; the resurrection is the evidence of our new life.

He explained that “Tetelestai,” the Greek word Jesus used, means “paid in full”—a completed transaction. Our sin debt has been cancelled. We are no longer bound to our past but are invited to walk in resurrection power.

When Saturday Feels Silent

Pastor Eastman spoke poignantly about the day between the cross and the resurrection—Saturday—a day of silence, uncertainty, and grief. He drew a parallel to seasons in our lives when God seems quiet. Just as God was not absent on that silent Saturday, He is never absent in our waiting. The silence of Saturday teaches us that delay is not denial. God is always working, even when we cannot see it.

“Just because God is silent doesn’t mean He’s still. Sometimes the greatest work happens in the unseen.”

The Resurrection: Hope Reignited

On that first Easter morning, the angel asked, “Why do you seek the living among the dead?” Pastor Eastman used this question to challenge the congregation to stop looking for hope in lifeless places. Jesus is alive—and because He lives, we too can live fully. The resurrection is more than an event to be celebrated; it’s a reality to be lived.

From Knowing Of Jesus to Truly Knowing Him

In a moment of loving conviction, Pastor Eastman addressed the difference between knowing about Jesus and actually knowing Him. He encouraged the church not to settle for a surface-level faith but to pursue a raw, real, and deeply personal relationship with the living Christ.

“Church attendance isn’t the goal—intimacy with Jesus is. He’s not a storybook figure. He’s alive, and He wants to walk with you daily.”

Living in Resurrection Power

Pastor Eastman concluded with a bold call to action. If you’re still breathing, he said, you still have purpose. You are called to carry the presence of God wherever you go. You are not defined by what you’ve been through—you are defined by the One who rose again. Believers are not called to stay stuck in the pain of the past or the shame of the cross, but to step boldly into the power of the resurrection.

Conclusion: The Story Continues

The message of Easter is clear: It’s not over. The tomb is empty. Jesus is alive. And because of that, there is always hope.

No matter where you are in your journey—whether you’re stuck at the foot of the cross, lost in the silence of Saturday, or longing for a resurrection moment—God’s not done with you. There is more ahead. More freedom. More purpose. More of His presence.

As Pastor Eastman reminded us, “You carry the King inside of you. Now go live like it.”