<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href= "https://www.pulpitfiction.com/notes/eastera"&gt;Notes&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ol&gt; &lt;li data-rte-preserve-empty="true"&gt;&lt;a href= "https://www.pulpitfiction.com/notes/eastera/#Matthew28:1-10"&gt;Matthew 28:1-10&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li data-rte-preserve-empty="true"&gt;&lt;a href= "https://www.pulpitfiction.com/notes/eastera/#John20:1-18"&gt;John 20:1-18&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ol&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Summary&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This episode explores the Easter resurrection stories from Matthew and John, analyzing their unique elements, theological themes, and practical implications for preaching and faith. It emphasizes the significance of seeing, believing, and living in the hope of the resurrection.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Chapters&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;00:00 Introduction to Easter Readings&lt;br /&gt; 04:48 Exploring Matthew's Resurrection Narrative&lt;br /&gt; 21:09 The Significance of Seeing in Matthew's Gospel&lt;br /&gt; 27:11 Embracing Grief and Fearlessness&lt;br /&gt; 27:55 Understanding Fear in a Privileged World&lt;br /&gt; 30:10 The Call to Action: Don't Be Afraid&lt;br /&gt; 32:07 Seeing and Acting: The Encounter with Jesus&lt;br /&gt; 33:59 The Resurrection Narrative in John 20&lt;br /&gt; 37:09 Belief and Understanding in the Empty Tomb&lt;br /&gt; 40:16 The Role of Mary Magdalene in the Resurrection&lt;br /&gt; 42:04 Experiencing Resurrection: A Call to Action&lt;br /&gt; 44:25 Intimacy and Grief in the Resurrection Encounter&lt;br /&gt; 51:24 Conclusion and Reflections on the Resurrection&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;</description>

Pulpit Fiction Podcast

Robb McCoy and Eric Fistler

667: Easter Sunday A (4/5/2026)

MAR 28, 202654 MIN
Pulpit Fiction Podcast

667: Easter Sunday A (4/5/2026)

MAR 28, 202654 MIN

Description

Notes Matthew 28:1-10 John 20:1-18 Summary This episode explores the Easter resurrection stories from Matthew and John, analyzing their unique elements, theological themes, and practical implications for preaching and faith. It emphasizes the significance of seeing, believing, and living in the hope of the resurrection. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Easter Readings 04:48 Exploring Matthew's Resurrection Narrative 21:09 The Significance of Seeing in Matthew's Gospel 27:11 Embracing Grief and Fearlessness 27:55 Understanding Fear in a Privileged World 30:10 The Call to Action: Don't Be Afraid 32:07 Seeing and Acting: The Encounter with Jesus 33:59 The Resurrection Narrative in John 20 37:09 Belief and Understanding in the Empty Tomb 40:16 The Role of Mary Magdalene in the Resurrection 42:04 Experiencing Resurrection: A Call to Action 44:25 Intimacy and Grief in the Resurrection Encounter 51:24 Conclusion and Reflections on the Resurrection