Proofs of the Resurrection

NWBC - April 1, 2018 - Resurrection Sunday - Alan Conner

Proofs of the Resurrection of Christ

Intro

A. PROOFS OF THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS.

1. Jesus prophesied that He would rise from the dead. Mk. 9:31.

2. The empty tomb. Lk. 24:1-7.

a. Empty tomb.

b. Empty grave clothes. Jn. 20:5-7.

c. Empty cover-up. Mt. 28:11-15.

3. Resurrection appearances. Acts 1:3.

4. The disciples were willing to die for their conviction.

5. Caesar confirmed the Resurrection? THE NAZARETH INSCRIPTION

B. WHY IS THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS SO IMPORTANT?

1. The risen Christ is the source of our justification. Rom. 4:25.

2. The risen Christ is the source of our life. Rom. 6:4.

3. The risen Christ is the source of our glorification. Rom. 8:11 ; Col. 1:18; 1Cor. 15:20; Phil. 3:20-21.

Conclusion