I've often thought we forget the reality of the resurrection far too quickly after Easter.
We need to remember it.
Because the truth of Christ's resurrection from the dead reminds us God is capable of bringing something new out of hopeless situations.
And this is true regarding everything from crucified Saviors to down and out individuals to decadent nations.
So when things seem dire, stay watchful for God to raise up some new thing.
Though much we see may look like sure defeat, Christ's resurrection assures us the project of His advancing kingdom is underway and will not fail.
"... of His kingdom there will be no end" (Lk.1:33).