Resurrection

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Resurrection

• The foundation for our faith in Christ. Jn. 1125

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Introduction

• One of the most fundamental doctrines of
  Christianity the resurrection of Jesus as the
  Christ.
• Without it, Christianity would be a fraud at the
  very least.
• Because of it, however, the gospel message makes
  Christianity the only legitimate religion that
  assures everlasting life to all who believe
  in/upon the name of Jesus. Jn. 33, 14-15

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Introduction

• This morning we look at the importance of the
  resurrection of our Savior Jesus Christ.
• To see how Christs resurrection makes our faith
  a practically valid and vital.
• And to let the emotional conviction of this truth
  shine forth as we sing a song of exhortation
  (Resurrection) to one another.

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The Importance of Christs Resurrection To Our
Faith

• Many centuries before Christ the concept of the
  resurrection was believed and proclaimed.
• Job looked forward to seeing his Redeemer via a
  physical resurrection. Job. 1926
• David looked confidently forward to life after
  death. Psa. 1610 (Acts 225-27 Acts 1332-35)
• Daniel proclaimed Gods faithful people would
  awake to everlasting life. Dan. 122

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The Importance of Christs Resurrection To Our
Faith

• Jesus Himself taught about the resurrection.
• Rebuked the Sadducees for their ignorance/
  unbelief regarding the resurrection. Matt.
  2223-32
• Regarding Judgment Day Jesus spoke emphatically
  about the resurrection. Jn. 528-29

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The Importance of Christs Resurrection To Our
Faith

• The doctrine of the resurrection is central to
  the gospel of Jesus Christ. 1 Cor. 151-11
• Evidence (eye-witnesses) for His resurrection was
  overwhelming. V. 3-8
• Logical conclusion if there is no resurrection
  then all preaching/believing is vain (profitless)
  and were still living in sin. V. 12-19

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Exhorting One Another Through Song

• The exhortation
• We cheat ourselves if our faith is limited to
  simply acknowledging the belief of Christs
  resurrection.
• This knowledge/belief should spring hope with
  every endeavor we do while living here.
• It should relieve any believer of all fear when
  people conspire against you.
• It should bring about joy the world could never
  fully understand.

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Resurrection (Richard L. Morrison)

• When Jesus stood at Lazarus tomb and none
  believed He had the powrDespite their grief and
  their disbelief, He commanded, Take away the
  stone.
• When Jesus lay in Josephs tomb and none believed
  He had the powr True love spoke forth in a
  Fathers voice, And the angel took away the
  stone.
• When I shall lie with in my tomb and none believe
  He has the powr, The Lord Himself will descend
  from heavn with a shout to take away the stone.

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Conclusion

• The resurrection of Jesus Christ should be the
  center of your faith, hope, and life in Christ.
  Jn. 2024-31
• May it bring you great joy, comfort, and
  confidence every time we sing about our
  resurrected Lord.