The Resurrection of Christ - 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Episode Summary:

In this episode, Jake and Emma dive into 1 Corinthians 15:1-11, where the Apostle Paul presents the heart of the gospel message: the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Paul emphasizes that these events happened according to the Scriptures and that the resurrection is essential to the faith. The hosts explore the following key themes:

• The importance of holding fast to the gospel for salvation.

• Christ’s death for our sins, His burial, and His resurrection on the third day.

• Eyewitnesses who saw the risen Christ, confirming the truth of His resurrection.

• Paul’s humility in recognizing God’s grace in his transformation from persecutor to apostle.

• The unity of the gospel message preached by all the apostles.

Join us as we unpack the rich truths of this passage and how it speaks to the centrality of the resurrection in the Christian faith.

Key Verses:

• 1 Corinthians 15:3-4: “For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures.”

• 1 Corinthians 15:10: “But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace toward me was not in vain.”

Reflection Questions:

1. What does it mean to hold fast to the gospel, and why is this crucial for salvation?

2. How does Christ’s resurrection give you confidence in your faith?

3. In what ways have you experienced the transforming grace of God in your life?

Heartfelt Prayer:

Heavenly Father, thank You for the good news of Jesus Christ, who died for my sins, was buried, and rose again on the third day. I praise You for Your perfect plan of redemption, fulfilled through Christ, in accordance with the Scriptures. Lord, help me to hold fast to this gospel every day of my life, trusting in Your grace and not in my own strength. Like Paul, I am unworthy, but by Your grace, I am what I am. Let Your grace toward me never be in vain. Give me the strength to persevere, and may my life reflect the power of the resurrection. In Jesus’ name, Amen.