The Mystery of the Empty Tomb – Matthew 28:12-15
The mystery of the empty tomb has led to many attempts to explain it away. But, to the believer, it clearly points to his resurrection.
Resurrection of Jesus
Where Was Jesus During the 3 Days Before His Resurrection?
Jesus was crucified on Friday and resurrected on Sunday. Where was Jesus during that period between his death an resurrection?
The Promised Hope of Israel – Acts 26:6-8
The hope of Israel centers around Jesus the Messiah and what he did. All of the Law, the Prophets and their promises find fulfillment in him.
The Empty Tomb and Its Importance to Christianity
Central to the Christian faith is the death and resurrection of Jesus. But how significant is the empty tomb? What value is there in it?
Death Could Not Keep Him – Acts 2:24
Celebrate the empty tomb and risen savior today! Be thankful that his victory over death is ours as well. Death could not keep him, or us.
The Doctrine of Last Things
The doctrine of last things includes the global events preceding Christ’s return, as well as the more personal aspects; what happens to me in the end.
Death Is Defeated! – Luke 24:5-6
Death has been our common enemy throughout history. But in Jesus resurrection death is defeated. And all who are “in him” will share his victory over death.
He Has Risen! He Is Not Here. – Mark 16:6
The women who went to the tomb on Easter received the best news ever delivered. Jesus was not dead. He had defeated death and risen!
Gathering the Elect – Matthew 24:30-31
Even though it has been 2000 years since Jesus left, his promise to come back remains. He will return and will gather his elect to himself.
Heading to the Cross – Matthew 20:18-19
Jesus heading to the cross seemed like defeat. But it was an act of love on his part that brought to us forgiveness of sin and eternal life.
The Resurrection and the Life – John 11:25-26
Jesus is the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in him will live, even though their bodies die. They will live eternally with God.
A Dead Man Named Jesus – Acts 25:19
The world may see him as a dead man named Jesus. But praise God he is alive and well, and is at the right hand of the Father.
