Why I need the resurrection

The folks at Patheos.com asked folks to answer the above question in 100 words or less.  Here was my response:

I need the resurrection because around the world today, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered persons will be persecuted and killed out of hatred and violence birthed from ignorance and fear. I need the resurrection because it demonstrates that the work we do to end heterosexism – and all other sin-filled ‘isms’ - is not in vain but continues to breathe new life and hope into God’s creation. I need the resurrection because it teaches me that violence will never triumph over God’s steadfast love.