"The Lord’s right hand has done mighty things!"

Easter celebrates not just that Jesus rose from the dead, but that He rose anyway - regardless of whether anyone believed it would happen. The disciples had completely abandoned Jesus before His crucifixion and struggled to believe even after witnessing the empty tomb. This reveals a profound truth: God's grace and faithfulness don't depend on the strength of our faith. The resurrection was an act of pure grace that happened according to God's plan, not human expectation. Today, Jesus IS risen - not just was risen - meaning His resurrection power continues to work in our lives. Even when we give up hope or struggle with doubt, God continues working His purposes.