I Believe in the Resurrection
I Believe in the Resurrection Study Guide
This message reminds us of the central claim of Christianity: that Jesus rose from the dead, conquering sin and death. Death is the unavoidable equalizer for every human being, and without hope beyond it, life becomes anxious, empty, and meaningless. While the world offers explanations that fall short, the resurrection of Jesus provides a framework of real hope, freedom from fear, and assurance of eternal life. The evidence—an empty tomb, eyewitness accounts, the bold transformation of the disciples, and the rapid growth of the church—points us toward the truth that Jesus truly is alive, and this truth changes everything.
Key Points
1. Death is universal — every person must face it, making it the most pressing question of life.
2. Worldly perspectives on death (atheism, stoicism, materialism) offer no lasting comfort or hope.
3. The resurrection of Jesus is the central claim of Christianity and the foundation of our hope.
4. Historical evidence (empty tomb, eyewitnesses, transformation of disciples, church growth) strongly supports the resurrection.
5. If Christ is not raised, our faith is meaningless—but if He is, we have eternal hope and freedom from the fear of death.
Questions
1. Why do you think fear of death is such a powerful influence in people’s lives today? How have you personally experienced it?
2. Which worldly explanation of death (e.g., atheism, stoicism, “nothingness”) do you see most influencing culture today? Why do they fall short?
3. What piece of evidence for the resurrection most strengthens your faith (empty tomb, eyewitnesses, disciples’ transformation, church growth)? Why?
4. Paul says in 1 Corinthians 15 that if Christ was not raised, our faith is useless. How does the resurrection give meaning to both your faith and daily life?
5. How would your outlook on life change if you truly lived each day with confidence in the resurrection?
Practical Applications
1. Face your fears: Write down specific fears about death, loss, or the future and pray through them, asking Jesus to replace fear with hope.
2. Share the hope: This week, find one opportunity to share with a friend, coworker, or family member why the resurrection gives you confidence and peace.
3. Live with eternity in mind: Make one decision this week (how you spend time, use money, or treat someone) based not on short-term gain but on eternal perspective.
This message reminds us of the central claim of Christianity: that Jesus rose from the dead, conquering sin and death. Death is the unavoidable equalizer for every human being, and without hope beyond it, life becomes anxious, empty, and meaningless. While the world offers explanations that fall short, the resurrection of Jesus provides a framework of real hope, freedom from fear, and assurance of eternal life. The evidence—an empty tomb, eyewitness accounts, the bold transformation of the disciples, and the rapid growth of the church—points us toward the truth that Jesus truly is alive, and this truth changes everything.
Key Points
1. Death is universal — every person must face it, making it the most pressing question of life.
2. Worldly perspectives on death (atheism, stoicism, materialism) offer no lasting comfort or hope.
3. The resurrection of Jesus is the central claim of Christianity and the foundation of our hope.
4. Historical evidence (empty tomb, eyewitnesses, transformation of disciples, church growth) strongly supports the resurrection.
5. If Christ is not raised, our faith is meaningless—but if He is, we have eternal hope and freedom from the fear of death.
Questions
1. Why do you think fear of death is such a powerful influence in people’s lives today? How have you personally experienced it?
2. Which worldly explanation of death (e.g., atheism, stoicism, “nothingness”) do you see most influencing culture today? Why do they fall short?
3. What piece of evidence for the resurrection most strengthens your faith (empty tomb, eyewitnesses, disciples’ transformation, church growth)? Why?
4. Paul says in 1 Corinthians 15 that if Christ was not raised, our faith is useless. How does the resurrection give meaning to both your faith and daily life?
5. How would your outlook on life change if you truly lived each day with confidence in the resurrection?
Practical Applications
1. Face your fears: Write down specific fears about death, loss, or the future and pray through them, asking Jesus to replace fear with hope.
2. Share the hope: This week, find one opportunity to share with a friend, coworker, or family member why the resurrection gives you confidence and peace.
3. Live with eternity in mind: Make one decision this week (how you spend time, use money, or treat someone) based not on short-term gain but on eternal perspective.
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