Can we begin to experience the resurrection in our ordinary life on earth?

Bishop Jake Owensby says yes as he re-examines the biblical concept of resurrection and how Jesus’ resurrection influences his followers every day.

A resurrection-shaped life:

Finds hope through honest reflection on the past.

Discovers meaning in suffering.

Moves beyond shame and blame toward self-acceptance and compassion.

Emerges from loss and regret to find contentment and joy.

Develops forgiveness as a habitual way of life.

Transcends “us-them” divisions to form inclusive community.

Draws strength from the hope of life after life.

The Resurrection-Shaped Life explains how we begin to experience resurrection in Christian practices such as repentance and forgiveness and discusses how new life emerges from our small deaths: suffering, shame, regret, and loss.