Easter 2022 Sermon Series. Passage: 1 Corinthians 15:51-58. Preacher: Reg Piper. Date of Talk: 17 April, 2022
The Apostles preached God’s gospel everywhere
The Christ has died and been raised 1 Cor 15:3-8
The testimony of many witnesses
Believers will also be raised: 1 Cor 15:12-34
Some doubt a resurrection but if none then
• Christ has not been raised
• Apostles misrepresent God
• Believers are still unforgiven
• Apostles are to be pitied
Paul: Think rightly & stop sinning by doubt
Believers will be triumphant: 1Cor 15:51-58
Christ will be trumpeted in glory
Believers will be instantly changed
Paul: Steadfastly abound in the Lord’s work
Believers are to begin resurrection life now: Rom 6:1-14
We were united with Christ at baptism
We died and were raised with him
Paul: Live the new life under grace now
Believers are to live “in the Spirit”: Rom 8:9-17
The Spirit enlivens our spirit
He will give life to our bodies
We are to overcome sin “in the Spirit”
Paul: Live as children and heirs of God
Believers will be glorified with Christ: Rom 8:26-39
God works for our glorification
Paul: God is for us. We are super conquerors.
Thank you, Heavenly Father,
for our union with Christ in his resurrection,
for the new life under your grace,
for the Spirit’s prayers shaping us in Christ’s image.
for making us more than conquerors through Christ’s love and
for our becoming heirs with Christ in the glory to come.
Help us to live the resurrection life now as we anticipate your glory.