BIG IDEA: Because Christ lives, death does not get the last word.
THE RESURRECTION IS THE HEART OF THE GOSPEL (vv. 1-11)
Jesus’ death and resurrection are the center of saving truth.
The resurrection is a historical event, not a religious idea.
WITHOUT THE RESURRECTION, WE HAVE NO HOPE (vv. 12-19)
If Christ is not raised, our faith is futile.
If Christ is not raised, death still wins.
BUT CHRIST HAS BEEN RAISED—AND DEATH HAS BEEN DEFEATED (vv. 20-22)
Jesus’ resurrection guarantees the resurrection of His people.
Jesus reverses what Adam brought into the world.
JESUS’ RESURRECTION GUARANTEES DEATH’S FINAL DESTRUCTION (vv. 23-26)
Jesus is reigning now over every enemy.
Death is defeated now and will be destroyed forever.
