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Because He Lives: The Power of Resurrection
- Holleigh Locklyn
- Mar 31
- 5 min read
i sweet mamas!
We are right in the middle of Holy Week which can only mean one thing…
Easter is right around the corner!
This is hands down, by far, my favorite day of the entire year. My pastor likes to joke that it’s the Super Bowl for Christians, and I think he's right!
My family has a very full day planned.
First, Jayce and I will be volunteering at our church to give extra seats for those who may not know the Good News - Jayce will be an usher, and I’ll be at the treats table!
Second, after church we’re heading over to my mom’s house for a big, family Easter lunch! We also like to do our own version of a church service there, too. Everyone takes turns reading scripture, and Jayce plays the piano and we sing hymns together. We make resurrection rolls with the kids- which is a very fun and tasty way to explain the resurrection and why we celebrate Easter to little ones- and then, after a healthy dose of remembering the true reason for the holiday, we infuse just a little bit of classic spring time fun...
Third, the kiddos will do an Easter egg hunt! (I bought the cutest eggs from Hobby Lobby last week)
But in the midst of the bustle and celebration of the holiday, it’s important to take time acknowledge why we even celebrate Easter in the first place.
Mamas, my ministry here would be nothing if not for Easter. The whole point of this blog, and my social media presence, is to bring the gospel to everyone...for free. Maybe church isn’t accessible to you right now. Maybe it feels dangerous to Believe. Maybe you’ve been hurt by other Christians before. Let me be the first to tell you mama- The Good News is for YOU!
God never had to send His Son to Earth. God made Adam and Eve, they sinned, and they were cursed to death. God wiped away humanity in the flood, except for Noah’s family, and promised us He would never destroy the world, as seen with rainbows as a physical symbol of His promise. He could have left it right there. Following God meant following a lot of rules and regulations in that time, almost feeling unattainable for anyone who wasn’t part of the Chosen. Seeing that humanity was falling deeper and deeper into sin, He could have just taken a sideline and said, “well, if they don’t want to worship me, then that’s on them!" And that could have been the end of it.
But that’s not the God I serve, mamas. The God I serve reached out to save the faithful, the lost, the people who so desperately wanted to hear His voice.
God sent His Son to live on earth, fully man, to die on a cross for all of our sins. Being perfect and without sin, He carried the weight of every sin where it was atoned on that cross. I think about Mary, watching her baby get brutally murdered in front of her. Did she cry? Did she try to stop it? Did she silently know that His will had to be done?
But death was only the beginning of the story. Three days later, He rose from the grave, forever unifying us with God to live with Him for eternity! All of our sins can be forgiven! We can have the Holy Spirit upon us! God lives and breathes and walks among us, and we have the hope of heaven forever!
Just as Christ’s resurrection signifies triumph over death and the promise of new life, it also offers a metaphorical blueprint for our own capacity for rebirth and transformation. For a mortal person, resurrection need not be literal: it can manifest as the shedding of old habits, the renewal of hope, or the courage to embrace change after hardship. In this sense, the divine act mirrors the human journey: moments of struggle or despair can become catalysts for growth, and the awareness of mortality can deepen our appreciation for each chance to begin again. Christ’s rising from the tomb becomes an invitation to see endings not as finality, but as fertile ground for personal renewal, reminding us that even in our brokenness, the possibility of reinvention is always within reach.
It's always within reach...as long as what you're reaching for is God.
God loves you. He sacrificed everything for you. This gift is yours if you just take it. Being in relationship with God means I walk lighter, I have a peace that surpasses all understanding, I have a joy that can’t be shaken, and my life has a divine purpose. And so does yours, mama.
Please, if you aren’t already, consider finding a local church and attending their service. Maybe you’ll meet a new friend. Maybe you’ll encounter God in a way that you haven’t before. I just ask you to trust in Him and take this leap of faith, just like I answered His call to start this blog.
Let God into your life. It’s the most important decision you will ever make. Find meaning in the little things… and in the most spectacular, perfect, wonderful, most amazing thing of all.
“Empty Tomb Resurrection Jar” Craft Tutorial
This craft symbolizes Christ’s resurrection and invites reflection on personal renewal, making it perfect for Easter and for connecting faith to everyday life.
Materials Needed
Small clear jar with lid (mason jars work great)
Small smooth stones (1–3 per jar)
Soil or sand
Grass seeds, flower seeds, or small plant cuttings
Mini cross (optional, can be made from twigs or craft sticks)
Water
Marker or small tag for labeling
Optional decorations: ribbon, paint, or stickers
Steps
Prepare the Base
Fill the jar about 1/4 full with soil or sand.
Explain that this represents the tomb before resurrection—a place of waiting and stillness.
Add the Stones
Place one or two small stones inside the jar, representing the stone rolled away from Christ’s tomb.
Optional: Write “hope,” “renewal,” or a short personal intention on the stones to symbolize your own resurrection or rebirth.
Plant the Seeds
Sprinkle grass or flower seeds over the soil.
Discuss how seeds need darkness and time before they sprout—just as transformation in our own lives sometimes requires patience and growth.
Add a Cross
Place a mini cross inside the jar, either standing or resting against the stones.
This reminds us that Christ’s resurrection is the foundation for new life and change.
Water and Care
Lightly water the soil and place the jar somewhere it can get sunlight.
As the seeds grow, reflect on your own spiritual or personal growth, making a connection between the sprouting life and Christ’s rising.
Decorate & Personalize
Add ribbons, stickers, or paint to make the jar your own.
Label it with a word or phrase that captures your hope for renewal this Easter.
Reflection
As you watch the seeds sprout and grow, think of the ways your life can experience resurrection; old patterns can fall away, hope can rise, and personal transformation is always possible. Each new leaf is a reminder of Christ’s promise and your own capacity to begin again.
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remember to always find meaning in the little things
embrace the power of resurrection
you too can be reborn
if only you would reach for God
God's Gift Can Be Yours If ONLY you would TAKE it
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