If you missed Easter at Celina First, this message walks through why the resurrection of Jesus matters far beyond just the promise of heaven. We look at how the empty tomb confirms that it is finished, and how that same power shows up in our lives right now. Using the story of Lazarus, this sermon challenges us to consider where we may still be stuck and what it looks like to step into new life. It is a clear and practical look at the hope of Easter, both for eternity and for today.

In today’s message, we continue our Final Week series by looking at the cross and Jesus’ words, “It is finished.” This sermon walks through what Jesus meant by that statement, tracing the problem of sin from the beginning, the role of the sacrificial system, and how Jesus fulfills it completely. We also wrestle with the tension of why life can still feel unfinished, even though Christ has paid the debt in full. Ultimately, this message points us to the truth that the cross secured the payment, and the resurrection confirms the victory.

In this message, we take a close look at what we are calling “the Peter problem.” Peter was bold and confident in his faith, yet he quickly fell into denial and disobedience when things became difficult. His story exposes two struggles we all face, spiritual pride and selective obedience.

But Peter’s story does not end in failure. The resurrection of Jesus changes everything, showing us that Christ is Lord and that His way leads to life, even when it feels like loss. This sermon challenges us to examine where we may be overconfident or resistant to Jesus and to trust Him fully in every area of our lives.

Wednesday Night Bible Study: The Gospel of Luke 15-16

Today’s sermon comes from the final week of Jesus’ life and focuses on a powerful moment that took place during the Last Supper. Pastor Dean Calvin walks through the scene where Jesus washes the feet of His disciples and shows what true humility and service look like. In a moment that surprised the disciples, Jesus demonstrated that greatness in the kingdom of God is not about status but about serving others. This message invites us to reconsider how we lead, how we treat people, and what it really means to follow Christ.

Wednesday Night Bible Study: The Gospel of Luke 12:35-14

In today’s sermon we continue our series The Final Week: The Days That Changed Everything by following the story right after Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. The passage looks at two connected moments from Matthew 21. First, Jesus enters the temple and confronts the corruption that had taken over a place meant for prayer and worship. Then we see the unusual moment where Jesus curses a fig tree that looked healthy but was not bearing fruit. Together these events reveal a deeper lesson about the danger of empty religion and the difference between simply looking spiritually alive and actually producing fruit in a life that follows God.