The Easter season reminds us of the greatest gift God bestowed upon mankind, the hope for everlasting life through Christ. Jesus’ death on the cross and resurrection from the tomb should provoke each of us to whisper “thank you” to God. Thank you for sacrificing your only son to pay for our sins. Thank you for giving us a death on Friday, that would lead to a resurrection on Sunday. Without the cross, there could be no empty tomb. Without the tomb, there could be no everlasting life.
Dave Stone
Dave Stone just retired as Senior Minister of Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, Kentucky where he preached the Truth to over 22,000 people each weekend. In 1983, Stone graduated from Cincinnati Christian University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Christian ministries. While pursuing studies in ministry, he developed a passion for connecting with young people and their families. In 1981, Stone became youth minister for Shively Christian Church in Louisville, Kentucky, where he held that post until 1985. From 1985-89, Stone assume the role of Director of Recruitment at Cincinnati Christian University, setting record-breaking enrollment number for the university. In their mission to connect people to Jesus and one another, Southeast Christian Church has grown into a unified multisite community located in the Greater Louisville/Southern Indiana region. They have multiple campuses serving the specific needs of the areas in which they are located, while receiving centralized leadership and teaching from the campus on Blankenbaker Parkway. Dave believes the most practical way to spread the gospel is through moms and dads who model a genuine faith for their children. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Beth, and his three children: Savannah, Sadie and Sam, along with his son-in-law, Patrick Garcia. He enjoys an occasional round of golf, competition of any sort, and reaching the lost. He will touch both your heart and your funny bone.