“Now the Messiah has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who are asleep” ~Apostle Paul
I believe that Jesus, the anointed Messiah of God, was crucified in my place, to pay my penalty for missing …
Tag Archives: Resurrection
What is God’s goal for us? Do I get it?
Jesus knew why He was here. He knew how it would end. He knew He would go through the worst …
Are we going to Jerusalem with Jesus?
Jesus destiny was in Jerusalem. God’s goal for Him would come to pass there. He would die and be raised …
Jesus didn’t come to make bad people good. He came to make dead people live!
Jesus lives. He is resurrected. God is a God of resurrection. God is a God of life. In Jesus we …
“Don’t be alarmed” ~An Angel
It is a simple message but the most powerful one I can know. I should not be afraid. I …
“Master, I believe you are the Messiah, the Son of God, who comes into the world.” ~Martha
I am stunned and amazed. Jesus performs an impossible miracle. This is a must read chapter in the holy scriptures. …
“Now if we have died with the Messiah, we believe that we shall also live with Him.” ~Apostle Paul
I have been baptized. That unites me with the death, burial and resurrection of my Master Jesus. I live a …
“Let us leave the elementary teaching about the Messiah and go on to maturity” ~Author of Hebrews
I want to be mature. I don’t want to be a baby. I want to grow up and be an …
“For the Master Himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God.” ~Apostle Paul
The word rapture does not occur in the Bible. The term comes from a Latin word meaning “a carrying off, …
“And we’re here today bringing you good news: the Message that what God promised the fathers has come true for the children—for us! He raised Jesus.” ~Apostle Paul
The Apostle Paul lays out the core message of good news for me. Jesus died for me and was raised …
“Because He has fixed a day in which He will judge the world in righteousness through a Man whom He has appointed, having furnished proof to all men by raising Him from the dead.” ~Apostle Paul
Jesus gave the apostles great power. It was stunning. The sick were being healed. What was their message, based on …
“I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in Me will live even if he dies, and everyone who lives and believes in Me will never die.” ~Jesus
Resurrection of my body, after death, will happen. So is the eternal life I have right now as a follower …
Will our resurrection have us completely united to Jesus the Messiah in His resurrection?
I have been baptized. That unites me with the death, burial and resurrection of my Master Jesus. I live a …
It is “Resurrection Sunday”! He is risen!
Here we are. It is “Resurrection Sunday”. I’m celebrating the resurrection of Jesus not bunnies and chocolate candy. That’s just …
The lull of Holy Saturday — What was Jesus up to?
There is a break from the horror of Good Friday! Jesus is carrying out the plan of His Father. His …
Does Jesus show His Preeminence by His exaltation to the Father’s right hand?
Here are things I believe and know to be true. Jesus is the Son of God He came to earth …
“Who will roll back the stone from the tomb for us?” ~The 2 Marys
It is a real and practical question from the 2 Marys. Great, they are thinking, here we are and how …
“Woman, why do you weep?” ~Angel to Mary
Alone. Depressed. Confused. I am all those things some days. I am weeping. I feel abandoned. Where is my Jesus? …
Is the resurrection preached by the apostles?
Jesus gave the apostles great power. It was stunning. The sick were being healed. What was their message, based on …
“Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up.” ~Jesus
I believe that Jesus, the anointed Messiah of God, was crucified in my place, to pay my penalty for missing …
Is resurrection real for believers?
Resurrection of my body, after death, will happen. So is the eternal life I have right now as a follower …
“So thick-headed! So slow-hearted! Why can’t you simply believe all that the prophets said?” ~Jesus
Jesus is resurrected to an incorruptible body after having been crucified. It is three days after His death. He is …
“Permit it at this time; for in this way it is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness.” ~Jesus
Jesus the Messiah was baptized by John: Jesus sets the example for us and was baptized by John. God is …
“Jesus died for all, so that they who live might no longer live for themselves, but for Him who died and rose again on their behalf.” ~Apostle Paul
Jesus is my substitute for having to pay a penalty for having missed God’s goal. Jesus tasted death for me …
“Lazarus died. And I am glad for your sakes that I wasn’t there. You’re about to be given new grounds for believing.” ~Jesus
Here I see the care and compassion of my Master. It appeared somewhat callous to begin with. Lazarus is sick. …
The Resurrection of Jesus the Messiah — Is it foretold by Jesus Himself?
I believe that Jesus, the anointed Messiah of God, was crucified in my place, to pay my penalty for missing …
“You can see now how it is written that the Messiah suffers, rises from the dead on the third day.“ ~Jesus
Scripture presents conclusive evidence that Jesus the Messiah was in fact resurrected from the dead to an incorruptible body. The …
“Don’t be afraid. I know you’re looking for Jesus the Nazarene, the One they nailed on the cross. He’s been raised up; he’s here no longer.” ~An Angel
I am looking for Jesus in all the wrong places. I think “he was”. My language and my attitude is …
“The world is against me because I expose the evil behind its pretensions.” ~Jesus
Jesus stands firm against evil. Jesus challenges me to do the same. As God’s child, I walk according to this …
I am a Devoted Slave of Jesus, the Messiah
My role is one of a slave. I am a devoted slave of Jesus, the Messiah. Really? Yes, a slave. …
Resurrection of Jesus the Messiah — It is Foretold In Scripture
Scripture presents conclusive evidence that Jesus the Messiah was in fact resurrected from the dead to an incorruptible body. The …
Miracles of Jesus — Raising the dead!
There are a number of examples of this stunning miracle in the Bible. Notably, 3 are attributed to Jesus. This …
“He has risen from the dead!” ~Angel | Breaking News! Jesus rises from the dead in an incorruptible body!
The angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was …
“Peace be with you!” ~Jesus
Here we are. It is “Resurrection Sunday”. I’m celebrating the resurrection of Jesus not bunnies and chocolate candy. That’s just …
“Sir, we wish to see Jesus.” ~Greeks coming to Jerusalem for Passover
In the timeline of Passion week, it is a little unclear where to place the story of the Greeks seeking …
“Why are you looking for the Living One in a cemetery? He is not here, but raised up.” ~Angels about Jesus
“They were puzzled, wondering what to make of this. Then, out of nowhere it seemed, two men, light cascading over …
“Listen carefully.” ~Jesus
Jesus challenges me to listen. Frequently he commands that if I have ears then I should be able to hear. …
“Tear down this Temple and in three days I’ll put it back together.” ~Jesus
Jesus had just chased the merchants out of the temple. He was furious at what was going on. How dare …
“Those who have lived the wrong way, will walk into a resurrection Judgment.” ~~Jesus
Jesus is always clear. There will be a resurrection. There will also be a judgement. Those who have lived the …
“Why do you weep? Who are you looking for?” ~Jesus
Jesus died for us. Jesus was buried for 3 days. What now? Jesus triumphantly rises from the dead in a …
“Go everywhere and announce the Message of God’s good news to one and all.” ~Jesus
Jesus had a few things to say after his resurrection and before he ascended to heaven. Jesus was angry that …
“An evil and wanton generation is always wanting signs and wonders. The only sign you’ll get is the Jonah sign.” ~Jesus
Jesus is direct. Jesus has no tolerance for the religious and their hypocritical ways. I must take the warning from …
"Just as the Father has life in himself, he has conferred on the Son life in himself. " ~~Jesus
Jesus knows that God is all about life. He is our source and it will last forever. Jesus also knows …
“God raised Jesus from death and set him on a throne in deep heaven, in charge of running the universe.” ~Apostle Paul
Who is Jesus? The very Son of God who, as man, died for us and is now resurrected. But in …
“What we believe is that the One who raised up the Master Jesus will just as certainly raise us up.” ~Apostle Paul
How often do I keep quiet when I should say what I believe? Too often I think. If I believe …
“The One who died for us—who was raised to life for us!—is in the presence of God at this very moment sticking up for us.” ~Apostle Paul
What does Jesus love look like? Jesus is in there sticking up for me. When I am accused of something, …
“Think of yourselves the way the Messiah Jesus thought of himself.” ~Apostle Paul
The birth of Jesus has special meaning. We must see it from the eyes of Jesus, our Messiah. We should …
Have I mastered the basics as a disciple of Jesus? Am I ready to move on?
There are basics in being a disciple of Jesus. Are the following in place in my life? Do I trust …
"Christ the Lord is risen today, Sons of men and angels say. Raise your joys and triumphs high; Sing, ye heavens, and earth reply." ~~Charles Wesley
The message we proclaim is that Jesus, the Messiah, died and was resurrected. We can’t deviate from that good news. …
"Those who have lived the right way will walk out into a resurrection Life." ~~Jesus
Jesus knows about judgment. His Father has given Him the authority to judge us. God has also demonstrated the power of …
"But you haven’t seen the half of it yet, for in the same way that the Father raises the dead and creates life, so does the Son." ~~Jesus
Some days we think we have seen it all. Of course we know it isn’t true but it sure does …
“Jesus talked to them about things concerning the kingdom of God.” ~Luke
What is Jesus’ favorite thing to talk about? It is the way things work in God’s world (Kingdom). This is …
Where does my identity come from?
Jesus knew before he selected Judas that he would betray him. He wanted him as a part of the 12 …
“After his death, Jesus presented himself alive to them.” ~Luke
The Apostles were absolutely convinced of Jesus resurrection from the dead. Luke, the author of Acts, is careful to document …
“I wrote on everything that Jesus began to do and teach until the day he said good-bye to the apostles.” ~Luke
Jesus is now in heaven sitting at the right hand of God. This is central to our faith and believe. …
Am I willing to suffer and mature? Will I rejoice and be happy?
Jesus, the Son of GOD, came to earth and suffered for us. Imagine that. Take a minute to think about …
“With Jesus leading the way, and the disciples were astonished, while those who followed were afraid.” ~John Mark
Am I astonished or afraid? Those who simply follow get afraid. Perhaps they were more curious than committed. Jesus wants …
"Easter says you can put truth in the grave but it won’t stay there." ~~Clarence W. Hall
Jesus is risen. Hallelujah! Easter says you can put truth in the grave but it won’t stay there. ~~Clarence W. …
Stunning Easter message from Judge Andrew Napolitano
A moving Easter message from Fox News Senior Judicial Analyst Judge Andrew Napolitano: On the first Good Friday, the Romans …
Some great Easter quotes: He Is RISEN! He is Risen indeed!
He Is RISEN! He is Risen indeed! Christ the Lord is risen today, Sons of men and angels say. Raise …
Nothing sparse at all: A Poem
Jesus has always been supreme. He was in the beginning and He will be in the end. Jesus is leading the resurrection …
"Give her something to eat." ~~Jesus
The events of the day had been stunning. A 12 year old had just been raised from the dead. At …
“Some scholars have naively declared God to be dead, forgetting that they are dealing with a God who found His way out of the grave.” ~Cardinal Ivan Dias
Jesus rose from the dead. That is amazing and represents the good news of God. God is not dead. We …
"Little girl, get up." ~~Jesus to a dead 12 year old girl
She is 12 years old. She got sick. She died. Everyone is beside themselves in grief and horror. You don’t …
It is so true — Jesus Rocks
We know it is true. Jesus rocks. He is amazing. His love for us can’t be compared to anyone …
"Why all this busybody grief and gossip?" ~~Jesus
We get consumed with our feelings. Jesus challenges us to move beyond that and see His world. He can provoke …
“When I was born again, I received the very life of the risen Lord from Jesus Himself.” ~~Oswald Chambers
This says it all. Jesus and His Father are so pleased to give us life. And not just any kind …
“In the Messiah, God leads us from place to place in one perpetual victory parade.” ~~Apostle Paul
Parades are so much fun. The bands, the floats, and the celebration of a special day. Everyone gets into it. …
"The time is coming when everyone dead and buried will hear his voice." ~~Jesus
Jesus lives. He is resurrected. God is a God of resurrection. We live a resurrected life with Him. That is …
At the crack of dawn on Sunday …
After Jesus was crucified, he was hastily buried as the clock was ticking moving toward the Sabbath. No work could …
Where is the sting of death?
Death has no power. It has been swallowed up whole by the triumphant resurrection of our Master Jesus. This is …
“Why are you looking for the Living One in a cemetery?” ~~An angel to the women
They had waited. It wasn’t easy but they honored the Sabbath. So much had happened and they were so distraught. …
The resurrected Jesus is in charge of everything, forever!
Who is Jesus? The very Son of God who, as man, died for us and is now resurrected. But in …
This resurrection life you received from God is not a timid, grave-tending life. It’s adventurously expectant, greeting God with a childlike "What’s next, Papa?" ~~Apostle Paul
We celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. We share in His resurrection and live a resurrection life. We get to share …
We are on our way to Jerusalem with Jesus
Jesus destiny was in Jerusalem. God’s goal for Him would come to pass there. He would die and be raised …
God Thoughts: He is not here
It is a simple message but the most powerful one I can know. I should not be afraid. Jesus was …
Do we know our assignment?
We have been given an assignment. God has things he wants us to do. Some of that got started with …
