Romans 4:24-25
Jesus was raised from the dead to save us (for our atonement).
· What is the importance of the resurrection of Jesus?
· Why was the resurrection of Jesus necessary?
· What are the evidences of the resurrection of Jesus from the dead?
“It will be counted to us who believe in him who raised from the dead Jesus our Lord, who was delivered up for our trespasses and raised for our justification.” – Romans 4:24-25 ESV “It was recorded for our benefit, too, assuring us that God will also count us as righteous if we believe in him, the one who raised Jesus our Lord from the dead. He was handed over to die because of our sins, and he was raised to life to make us right with God.” – Romans 4:24-25 NLT
What is the importance of the resurrection of Jesus?
1. Essential element of Jesus Christ’s identity as Savior, Lord, and victorious King – Romans 4:24-25; 1 Corinthians 15
2. Foundational to all Christian faith – 1 Corinthians 15
1 Corinthians 15:1-8, 12-28 NLT
Without the resurrection of Jesus, we are still guilty in our sins with no hope of forgiveness or eternal life. Jesus must then be a liar or lunatic. The resurrection of Jesus is most important.
3. The number of more than 100 New Testament references indicates its importance – Romans 4:25; 5:10
4. Peter emphasizes the resurrection – Acts 1:22; 2:24, 32
5. Paul emphasizes the resurrection – 1 Corinthians 15; Acts 13:30, 34; 17:31
Why was the resurrection of Jesus necessary?
1. Fulfills Jesus’ predictions, authenticates his identity, and confirms his purpose – Matthew 16:21; 17:22, 23; 27:63; John 10:17-18; 2:19
2. Fulfills the plan of atonement and redemption – John 11:23-27; 1 Corinthians 15: 1, 4, 14, 17-22
3. Fulfills Old Testament prophecies – Isaiah 53:10; Psalms 16:10
What are the evidences of the resurrection of Jesus from the dead?
Matthew 28:1-10 NLT
Acts 1:3 NLT
1. There were many witnesses – Matthew 28:1-10, 16; Acts 1:3; 1 Corinthians 15:5-6
2. The missing body – Matthew 28:1-6
3. The empty tomb – Matthew 28:1-6
4. The stone rolled away – Matthew 28:1-6
5. The broken Roman seal – Matthew 27:66-28:6
6. The empty grave clothes – John 20:2, 7
7. The surprised guard – Matthew 28:2-4
8. The transformed disciples – Matthew 28; Acts 1-5
9. The Christian Church – Acts 1-6
10. The books of the New Testament
11. External documentary evidence
“God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners. 9 And since we have been made right in God’s sight by the blood of Christ, he will certainly save us from God’s condemnation. 10 For since our friendship with God was restored by the death of his Son while we were still his enemies, we will certainly be saved through the life of his Son. 11 So now we can rejoice in our wonderful new relationship with God because our Lord Jesus Christ has made us friends of God.” – Romans 5:8-11 NLT
What do we learn?
1. God has shown us his love through the life, death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
2. God atoned our sin through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
3. Through his resurrection Jesus Christ has shown power over sin and death.
What should we do?
1. Receive atonement, forgiveness, and salvation through Jesus Christ.
2. Daily choose gratitude for our salvation.
3. Share the Good News of Jesus with those around you.
Bible study notes from Ken Malmin of Portland Bible College