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Death Before Dawn: What Had to Happen Before the Stone Was Rolled Away” (John 12:20-28)

We love a good success story, especially when someone overcomes so much to achieve something great. These stories stir celebration within us for what has been accomplished and awaken hope that we might experience that kind of success ourselves.

Perhaps that is why we are drawn to the resurrection. For Jesus to rise from the grave after a brutal death and three days in the tomb is truly astonishing, and His victory gives us hope that one day we too will rise.

But before the stone was rolled away, Jesus had to die and be buried. In that, we see self denial, sacrifice, and patient waiting. It reminds us that if we want a new, resurrected life with Christ right now, we must die as well. If we want the blessings that come with a close walk with Him, we must lay down our lives and trust the work of God in His timing. In sum, we must experience death before dawn.

Come celebrate the resurrection with us this Sunday at Maple Hill!

Sunday Schedule (April 5, 2026)

• 9 AM - Worship - Sermon: Death Before Dawn (John 12:20-28)
• 10:30 AM - Bible Class for All Ages
• 5 PM - Worship. The Young-at-Heart Group will lead the service.