From Resurrection to Responsibility

Andre Dugger • April 2, 2026

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From Resurrection to Responsibility

April 2, 2026   André K. Dugger


“Jesus came near and said to them, “All authority has been given to me in heaven and on earth. Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe everything I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

Matthew 28:18-20 (CSB)


The celebration of Easter is not the finish line of the Christian faith; it is the launching point. The empty tomb is not merely proof that Jesus is alive; it is the foundation for the mission He has entrusted to every believer. Because Christ is risen, He now declares, “All authority has been given to me in heaven and on earth” (v. 18). The One who conquered sin, death, and the grave now commands His followers: “Go… and make disciples of all nations” (v. 19). If we truly believe the message of Easter, we cannot remain passive. Resurrection faith produces mission-driven lives.


Imagine a passionate football fan who is suddenly given unlimited, all-expenses-paid tickets to the Super Bowl; seats for as many friends as he wants to bring. What would he do? He wouldn’t hesitate. He would immediately start calling, texting, inviting; doing everything possible to make sure as many people as he knows could experience it with him. He wouldn’t stop until every ticket was filled.


Now consider this: as incredible as that opportunity would be, it pales in comparison to what we have been given in the gospel. Through Jesus Christ, salvation is offered freely; full forgiveness, abundant and eternal life, and a restored relationship with God. This is not just an invitation to an event; it is an invitation to abundance and eternity.


And yet, how often do we remain silent?


Jesus did not say, “Go and consider making disciples.” He said, “Go… make disciples… baptize… teach.” This is the natural response to believing in the risen Christ. We are called to urgently and intentionally invite others; beginning with bringing them to hear the gospel, whether in church, in conversation, or through personal witness.


Disciple-making begins with invitation, but it does not end there. It continues through walking with others, helping them grow, and teaching them to obey Christ. This is the mission of the church. This is your mission.


And we do not go alone. Jesus promises, “I am with you always, to the end of the age” (v. 20). The risen Savior empowers and accompanies every step of obedience through the person of the Holy Spirit.


If you truly believe in the Resurrection, then you are called to respond.


The tomb is empty. The mission is clear. Go.

Reflection Questions:

  1. Because Jesus is risen, how are you actively living out His command to make disciples? 
  2. Who are you inviting to know Jesus; not just to attend church, but to begin a relationship with Him? 
  3. Who are you currently discipling or intentionally helping grow in their faith? 
  4. Who will you invite and bring with you to church this Sunday as a first step in sharing the gospel? 



Prayer:

Dear Heavenly Father, Thank You for sending Your Son, Jesus Christ, to be my Savior and Lord, and for the victory of the Resurrection. Thank You that because He lives, I have new life and a purpose to fulfill.


Lord, thank You for empowering me through Your Holy Spirit to be Your witness, and for entrusting me with the mission of making disciples. Forgive me for the times I have been silent or hesitant to share the good news.


Give me boldness, urgency, and love for others. Open my eyes to see those around me who need Jesus, and place a burden on my heart for their salvation. Show me specifically who You want me to reach, who You want me to disciple, and who You want me to invite and bring with me to church this Sunday.


Help me to be faithful; not just to invite, but to invest in others and walk with them as they grow in Christ.



I trust that You are with me always, and I ask You to use my life for Your glory.


In Jesus’ name, amen.

Sweeter Than Honey

By Andre Dugger • June 1, 2026
Sweeter Than Honey June 1, 2026 André K. Dugger “I have kept my feet from every evil path to follow your word. I have not turned from your judgments, for you yourself have instructed me. How sweet your word is to my taste—sweeter than honey in my mouth. I gain understanding from your precepts; therefore I hate every false way.” Psalm 119:101-104 (CSB) The more you walk with God, the more your appetite changes. What once seemed satisfying loses its flavor, and the Word of God becomes your deepest delight. The psalmist understood this transformation well. He didn’t just avoid evil because it was wrong; he avoided it because God’s Word had become so good. His heart was drawn away from sin not merely by restraint, but by greater desire. When you experience the sweetness of Scripture, your spiritual taste buds awaken. The world’s lies become bitter, and the false ways you once entertained begin to repel you. That’s the sanctifying power of the Holy Spirit through the Word; God’s Word doesn’t just tell you what’s right; it changes what you love. As you meditate on God’s truth, you begin to see sin for what it really is: a counterfeit satisfaction that promises pleasure but delivers death. Notice that the psalmist’s obedience flows from intimacy: “ For you yourself have instructed me. ” God’s Word is not a distant set of rules; it is the voice of a loving Father, personally guiding His child. The Holy Spirit teaches you through Scripture, illuminating truth, convicting your heart, and drawing you into closer fellowship with Christ. When you taste the Word and find it sweeter than honey, you no longer read the Bible out of duty but out of devotion. You come to it hungry, knowing that every page points you to Jesus; the Living Word who satisfies the soul. Reflection Question: What worldly desires or “ false ways ” might be dulling your appetite for the sweetness of God’s Word, and how can you replace them with time spent in Scripture? Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for the sweetness of Your Word. Help me to delight in it more than anything this world can offer. Teach me through Your Spirit, guide my steps away from every false path, and deepen my hunger for You each day. In Jesus name, Amen.

Wiser Than Your Enemies

By Andre Dugger • May 25, 2026
Wiser Than Your Enemies May 25, 2026 André K. Dugger “How I love your instruction! It is my meditation all day long. Your command makes me wiser than my enemies, for it is always with me. I have more insight than all my teachers because your decrees are my meditation. I understand more than the elders because I obey your precepts.” Psalm 119:97-100 (CSB) There is a kind of wisdom that no degree, training, or human intellect can produce. It comes from constant communion with God through His Word. The psalmist declares that love for God’s instruction, not mere knowledge of it, produces true wisdom. You can study the Bible academically and still miss its power, but when you delight in God’s instruction, it reshapes your heart, renews your mind, and gives you supernatural discernment for life’s battles. This passage shows a progression: meditation brings wisdom, wisdom brings insight, and obedience brings understanding. God’s Word gives you a spiritual advantage over your enemies because His truth exposes lies, reveals motives, and steadies your heart when others are shaken. When you meditate on Scripture, it becomes part of you; it guides your thoughts, guards your emotions, and governs your choices. That’s why the psalmist could say he became wiser than his teachers and even the elders. True understanding isn’t found in age or education but in faithful obedience. In a world full of competing opinions and deceptive philosophies, the believer who loves and lives by God’s Word will stand firm. The Holy Spirit uses Scripture to make you wise beyond human measure; not so you can boast, but so you can walk faithfully, humbly, and effectively for the glory of Christ. Let your meditation today be an act of worship. Let your obedience be the proof of your love. And as you walk in His precepts, you’ll discover that God’s Word not only teaches truth; it transforms you to live it. Reflection Question: How can you more intentionally meditate on God’s Word throughout your day so that it shapes your decisions and deepens your understanding? Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, help me to love You and Your instruction more than anything else. Teach me to meditate on Your Word day and night, so that I may walk in wisdom, stand firm against my enemies, and live in obedience to You. In Jesus name, Amen.

The Limitless Word of God

By Andre Dugger • May 18, 2026
The Limitless Word of God May 18, 2026 André K. Dugger “I have seen a limit to all perfection, but your command is without limit.” Psalm 119:96 (CSB) Every human achievement eventually reaches its boundary. Beauty fades, strength weakens, and even the most brilliant minds fall short. The psalmist, having observed the finest works of man, declares a sobering truth; there is a limit to all perfection. No matter how excellent something appears, it remains finite. Yet, in striking contrast, God’s Word stands without limit. It is boundless, eternal, and perfect in every way. Everything in this world has an expiration date. Knowledge changes, kingdoms crumble, and human wisdom evolves with time. But the Word of God remains steadfast; unchanging, inexhaustible, and infinitely deep. You can study it for a lifetime and still only begin to uncover its riches. It speaks truth to every generation, guides every heart that seeks God, and reveals His eternal character. When you meditate on Scripture, you are not engaging with a book confined by time or culture. You are encountering the living voice of God, the One who spoke creation into existence and who still speaks life into your soul today. Unlike the temporary wisdom of the world, His commands never fade, His promises never fail, and His truth never weakens. In Jesus Christ, the Word made flesh, you see the fullness of that limitless perfection revealed. He embodies the eternal truth of God and invites you into a relationship that transcends the boundaries of this life. The more you know Him, the more you discover that His grace, mercy, and truth have no end. The psalmist’s reflection invites you to anchor your life not in what is temporary, but in what is eternal. The Word of God does not grow old; it grows richer with every encounter. Reflection Question: How does remembering the limitless nature of God’s Word help you stay grounded when everything around you appears to be uncertain or temporary? Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, thank You that Your Word has no limit. While everything around me fades and changes, You remain constant. Help me to treasure Your truth above all earthly perfection and to find my stability in the eternal power of Your Word. In Jesus name, Amen.
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