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Encouraging, comforting, and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory. (1 Thess. 2:12 NIV)

Resurrection of Jesus

Where Was Jesus for Three Days?

Where Was Jesus for Three Days? – 1 Peter 3:19-20a

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Where was Jesus' Spirit during the three days his body lay in the tomb? Contrary to popular belief, he was in paradise rather than hell.

The highest place of honor and authority

The Highest Place of Honor and Authority – Ephesians 1:19b-21

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Jesus gave his life as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. But then God raised him to the place of highest honor and authority.

Of first importance

Of First Importance – 1 Corinthians 15:3-5

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The two most important commands are to love God and our neighbors. The two most important doctrines are the death and resurrection of Jesus.

New Birth into a Living Hope

New Birth into a Living Hope – 1 Peter 1:3-4

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On Easter, we celebrate Jesus' victory over death. And because of that, those who believe in him have been given new birth into a living hope.

What happened when Jesus rose from the dead?

What Happened When Jesus Rose from the Dead?

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Many things took place when Jesus rose from the dead. He conquered death, took up his rule over the kingdom, and sent us the Holy Spirit.

the mystery of the empty tomb

The Mystery of the Empty Tomb – Matthew 28:12-15

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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.

Where was Jesus between his death and resurrection

Where Was Jesus During the 3 Days Before His Resurrection?

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Jesus was crucified on Friday and resurrected on Sunday. Where was Jesus during that period between his death an resurrection?

the hope of Israel

The Promised Hope of Israel – Acts 26:6-8

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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 importance of the empty tomb

The Empty Tomb and Its Importance to Christianity

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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

Death Could Not Keep Him – Acts 2:24

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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

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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

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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.

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