Easter Sunrise at Lincoln Memorial: The Name Above All Names

The Easter Sunrise Tradition

• ☀️ The Easter Sunrise Service at the Lincoln Memorial is a tradition dating back to 1979, initiated by Amos Dodge.
• 📍 It has become a significant Washington tradition, welcoming everyone to celebrate on Easter Sunday morning.

The Core Message: "But God"

• ✝️ Pastor Mark Batterson highlights the powerful message of "But God", emphasizing that these two words can change everything.
• 💡 The message focuses on the resurrection of Jesus and the significance of the empty tomb.

A Gathering of Unity

• 🤝 The service unites people from many different churches, focusing not on the name of the church, but on the "name above all names" – Jesus.
• 📣 It's a moment to declare to the city and nation that Jesus is Lord and that Christ is risen.
• 🌟 The event is described as a powerful moment, bigger than any individual, with thousands gathered as the sun rises.

Divine Appointment and Open Invitation

• 🗓️ Attendees are considered to be there by divine appointment, whether they come intentionally or stumble upon the service.
• 🌍 People from across the country and around the world make a special pilgrimage to this event.
• ➡️ An open invitation is extended to all, echoing Jesus's message, "Whosoever will may come."

Sacred Assignment and Logistics

• 🛠️ Pulling off the event requires significant planning, money, and hundreds of volunteers, described as a sacred assignment.
• ⏰ The service begins at 6:30 a.m. Easter Sunday morning.
• 💻 Those unable to attend in person can participate via eastersunrise.com, the CBN News app, or the CBN News YouTube channel.