As followers of Jesus Christ, we serve a living God, even the God of life. Indeed, Christ is risen from the dead. We are not only saved by his death but we have eternal life, even the resurrection of life, through his bodily resurrection, for he is the firstfruits of the sons of God. Through faith in Christ, we live -- we have conquered death. Our God is the God of the living; he gives life, even abundant life to all who come to him through faith in Jesus Christ.