THOUGHTS ON THE RESURRECTION (4 OF 4)
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15
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Thoughts on the Resurrection (4 of 4)
Series: Highlights of the Holy Week
Palitha Jayasooriya
1 Corinthians 15
Introduction: As we approach Easter, I would like to base this sermon outline on 1 Corinthians 15, which is one of the most important chapters in the Bible. From this chapter, I will be sharing 4 vital truths penned by the Apostle Paul. They are:
1) The Resurrection is an established fact
From verses 5-8, Paul lists those who actually saw the Lord Jesus after the Resurrection. In fact, this passage reveals at least 5 appearances of Christ after the Resurrection, besides His appearance to Paul himself. These had to be vibrant, real-life encounters as those who saw the risen Christ were willing to lay down their lives joyfully for Him (Refer verse 30-33). The amazing thing is that they were willing to do so even though no noticeable, tangible benefits would seemingly accrue to them!!
From verse 9-11, Paul also recounts his journey from persecutor to Preacher, and thereafter questions the validity of our faith if there was no Resurrection. But he triumphantly exclaims in verse 20, ''But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead''.
Paul could say this emphatically because he, and so many others, including over 500 people at one sitting, had literally met the risen Christ! From there on, right through history, the risen Christ has transformed millions of lives and families. It therefore shows how very much 'Alive', Jesus is! As shown in verse 10, the resurrection power that worked in Paul, still operates around the world today. It is seen in the lives of people who are transformed and healed. I know it, because I have personally experienced his saving power and healing.
2) The Resurrection shows the supremacy of Christ
Although it may have seemed like satan was victorious at the Garden of Gethsemane and maybe even at Calvary, the resurrection changed all that! It is also good to remind ourselves that at the cross, Jesus did not say, ...
Series: Highlights of the Holy Week
Palitha Jayasooriya
1 Corinthians 15
Introduction: As we approach Easter, I would like to base this sermon outline on 1 Corinthians 15, which is one of the most important chapters in the Bible. From this chapter, I will be sharing 4 vital truths penned by the Apostle Paul. They are:
1) The Resurrection is an established fact
From verses 5-8, Paul lists those who actually saw the Lord Jesus after the Resurrection. In fact, this passage reveals at least 5 appearances of Christ after the Resurrection, besides His appearance to Paul himself. These had to be vibrant, real-life encounters as those who saw the risen Christ were willing to lay down their lives joyfully for Him (Refer verse 30-33). The amazing thing is that they were willing to do so even though no noticeable, tangible benefits would seemingly accrue to them!!
From verse 9-11, Paul also recounts his journey from persecutor to Preacher, and thereafter questions the validity of our faith if there was no Resurrection. But he triumphantly exclaims in verse 20, ''But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead''.
Paul could say this emphatically because he, and so many others, including over 500 people at one sitting, had literally met the risen Christ! From there on, right through history, the risen Christ has transformed millions of lives and families. It therefore shows how very much 'Alive', Jesus is! As shown in verse 10, the resurrection power that worked in Paul, still operates around the world today. It is seen in the lives of people who are transformed and healed. I know it, because I have personally experienced his saving power and healing.
2) The Resurrection shows the supremacy of Christ
Although it may have seemed like satan was victorious at the Garden of Gethsemane and maybe even at Calvary, the resurrection changed all that! It is also good to remind ourselves that at the cross, Jesus did not say, ...
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