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Because He Lives Easter Sunday — April 5, 2026 Grace Family Church | Vinton, VA This Easter message celebrates the truth that Jesus Christ is alive forevermore. In “Because He Lives,” Pastor Tommy FiGart unpacks what the resurrection of Jesus provides for us: Victory and freedom from the power of sin and death The completion of our redemption through Christ’s finished work A living Savior who still walks with His people today This message reminds us that Easter is more than a holiday tradition or a moment of remembrance. The resurrection of Jesus changed everything. Because He rose, believers are not only forgiven, but empowered to live in freedom, secured in redemption, and invited into a real relationship with the risen Christ. Key themes in this message: Resurrection power Freedom from sin Eternal redemption Jesus as our great High Priest The reality of a living Savior The hope of Easter If today’s message encouraged you, share it with someone who needs the hope of the resurrection.

The Christmas story is filled with miracles—not just to amaze us, but to inspire us to believe that God still works miracles today. In this episode, Three Keys to Receiving a Miracle, we explore why Scripture is filled with supernatural events and how those moments were written to strengthen our faith and raise our expectation for God’s intervention in our lives. God is famous for great and unexpected acts. From the virgin birth to angelic visitations, dreams, visions, and signs in the heavens, the miracles of Christmas remind us that the supernatural is part of God’s nature—and part of His plan for us. This teaching reveals three essential biblical keys to receiving a miracle, drawn from the Christmas story and the lives of Mary and Zacharias. In this episode, you will learn: Why believing God’s promise must take priority over circumstances How past disappointments can weaken our expectation if we allow them to Why aligning your words with God’s promises matters How spoken faith helps prepare the way for miracles Why understanding God’s love is essential to receiving from Him The contrast between Mary and Zacharias highlights two very different responses to God’s promise. Mary believed and aligned her words with God’s Word, while Zacharias allowed years of disappointment to shape his response. Their stories reveal how belief, words, and trust in God’s character work together in the miracle process. This episode also addresses a common struggle many believers face—the belief that they are not worthy of a miracle. The Christmas story declares the opposite truth: God’s love is greater than every disqualifier. Jesus was given not because we were worthy, but because God loved us. As we reflect on the miracles of Christmas, this message invites us to respond like Mary: “Be it unto me according to your word.” God is still a God of miracles. He is still surprising His people. And He is still ready and willing to move in your life today.