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Resurrection and Easter Faith
Lenten Bible Study
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Jesus' resurrection from the dead is the single event upon which the truth of Christianity rises or falls.
This study of the resurrection begins by surveying the concept of resurrection from the dead from its earliest mentions in the Old Testament through Jesus' and the apostles' teachings about resurrection. Then it examines at the accounts in each of the four gospels to determine exactly what took place that Easter morning. It surveys five alternate explanations of the resurrection and why none provides an adequate explanation for the New Testament accounts. It discusses the strong facts of the resurrection which underlie our belief in Christ's physical resurrection from the dead and explores the theological and practical implications of Christ's resurrection. Finally, the book considers what the New Testament teaches about our own resurrection on the Last Day.
This exploration of the resurrection makes an excellent Lenten five-lesson study for personal enrichment, use by small groups and classes, and for sermon preparation materials for teachers and preachers.
The basic outline is below -- or see the detailed outline:
- Preface
- The Promise of Resurrection from the Dead in the Old Testament
- The Gospel Accounts of Christ's Resurrection from the Dead
- Convincing Proofs of Christ's Bodily Resurrection
- The Present-Day Significance of Christ's Resurrection
- The Christian Hope of Resurrection at the Last Day
- Appendix 1. Parallel Accounts of the Resurrection (NIV)
- Appendix 2. A Possible Harmonization of the Resurrection Accounts
- Appendix 3. Resurrection and Easter Hymns and Songs
- Appendix 4. Bible Study Participant Notes
Order the book. It will enrich your thoughts, your prayers, your worship, and
your life -- as well as provide a rich study for your class or small group and
provide fodder for Easter sermons.
Copyright © 2024, Ralph F. Wilson. <pastorjoyfulheart.com> All rights reserved. A single copy of this article is free. Do not put this on a website. See legal, copyright, and reprint information.
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Old Testament
- Abraham, Faith of
- Jacob, Life of
- Moses the Reluctant Leader
- Joshua
- Gideon
- David, Life of
- Elijah
- Psalms
- Solomon
- Songs of Ascent (Psalms 120-134)
- Isaiah
- 28 Advent Scriptures (Messianic)
- Daniel
- Rebuild & Renew: Post-Exilic Books
Gospels
- Christmas Incarnation (Mt, Lk)
- Sermon on the Mount (Mt 5-7)
- Luke's Gospel
- John's Gospel
- Seven Last Words of Christ
- Parables
- Jesus and the Kingdom of God
- Resurrection and Easter Faith
Acts
Pauline Epistles
- Romans 5-8 (Christ-Powered Life)
- 1 Corinthians
- 2 Corinthians
- Galatians
- Ephesians
- Philippians
- Colossians, Philemon
- 1 & 2 Thessalonians
- 1 &2 Timothy, Titus
General Epistles
Revelation
Topical