One-by-one each of Jesus’ followers came to understand the meaning of an empty tomb and it changed their lives forever. The empty tomb was compelling proof that He had risen.

 Today, think about everything that you use, and how you use it. Make it a force for good and encouragement.

Our biggest question is to be sure that we give complete allegiance to God’s plan and refuse to be fooled by counterfeit plans by Satan.

Getting married and starting a family must be based on love and trust and loyalty. Those kinds of families will be productive and happy.

When people encounter you, do they talk with a real and honest person of integrity? The world needs real people, not AI-generated videos.

Which is more important—redoing the rebranding or spending a lot of money? I wonder what the answer will be.

Now, we must not minimize the meaning of the cross, but Easter reminds us that Jesus has risen from the dead and invites us to follow Him.

When you think about something you really don’t care for, give some thought to how that very thing might be something that could make a difference in the lives of people.

 In a matter of seconds your life can be ended or turned around. Are you ready for whatever the future holds?

Eat healthy—eat moderate amounts—eat things that will give you energy to fulfill God’s purpose.

Obviously, defeating obesity is one healthy way to live longer and enjoy life more. I pray that if we live longer, we will live better.

 Houses may be demolished by accident; homes are generally demolished by the slowly developing issues that eat away at the foundation of the home. God is in the business of building strong homes. How strong is your home?

When you are in a tough situation, don’t give up. I know you will find some reasons to be persistent and to keep you from giving up. Never give up.

You have no control over earthly circumstances—read the Bible and learn how you can be in complete control of conditions for all eternity.

Changing names isn’t as important as changing character. Let’s change only what needs to be changed.

Pray that our educational systems will be more effective in teaching all students, especially those who might have a special need.

 Have you accepted that plan and are you walking in it? It’s the only plan that will get you to where God wants you to be. Please accept and follow His plan today. It’s a proven plan!

First, I hope you have a desire to help somebody. Secondly, are you willing to be creative in providing that help? 

 The best kind of recognition is that which is helpful to the person who needs it and the person who gives it. What are you going to do today to be recognized?

The best thing to do is to make your life count today in all relationships.

 Remember that Jesus said don’t look for the speck in your brother’s eye when there is a huge log in your own eye. We need to remember that the scale of judgement we use for others will be the scale that God uses for us.

This Monday, know that Jesus is not in the grave. He is everywhere. He invites us to experience His presence. Live the Easter faith every day.

Good Friday is about getting us to the cross, which shows us the way to go home and enjoy an eternal existence with our Heavenly Father.

 God can never be replaced by artificial intelligent-powered holograms.

Today’s church is sometimes more about meaningless ceremonies and not enough about genuine concern for making disciples. Be a leader in your church in following Christ over any things that might be confused as ceremonies.