Commons Church Podcast Resurrection is the Natural State of the Cosmos - Jeremy Duncan
Apr 21, 2025
This discussion dives into the poignant themes of death and resurrection through personal stories, including the loss of a family pet. It challenges the conventional portrayal of the cross, portraying it instead as a source of grace rather than anger. The conversation addresses the complexities of explaining these themes to children, urging listeners to confront their own struggles and seek renewal. Ultimately, it emphasizes the transformative power of hope and community, inviting all to embrace a future shaped by peace and forgiveness.
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Make Resurrection Personal
- Celebrate Easter personally by acknowledging it as a new beginning for you, not only a cosmic event.
- Engage with the story of Jesus' resurrection as a source of joy and personal transformation every day.
Grieving Through Easter Story
- Jeremy Duncan shares a personal story about explaining death to his children after losing their beloved dog, Cedar.
- His daughter processes Easter through this lens, asking if Jesus died like Cedar, showing how personal grief intersects with faith stories.
Judgment at Cross Reveals Truth
- Jesus’ crucifixion initiates the world's judgment by revealing truth and driving out evil, not by appeasing anger.
- This frames Easter as a transformative event that challenges and uproots injustice and violence within humanity.