Why did Jesus say you have to hate your family? And what about taking up your cross to be His disciple? Also, why did He say we would do even greater things than He did? What did He mean? What role do emotions play in the fruit of the Spirit?

Why do I still struggle with sin? Might I end up losing my salvation? Does Hebrews 3 really teach believers to hang on for dear life? What do Seventh-Day Adventists believe? Why did Jesus ask His Father about forsaking Him? Don’t I need to ask for forgiveness after each sin so God won’t judge me or punish me?

1. Why is the resurrection essential to Christianity?
2. How does resurrection relate to Jesus’ priesthood?
3. React to this statement: We are saved by Jesus’ life!
4. What does it mean to you personally to be raised up with Jesus?
5. React to this statement by Jesus: “Because I live, you will live also.”
6. Romans 8:10 says “the spirit is alive because of righteousness.” What does this mean?
7. What do “one spirit with Him” and “hidden with Christ in God” say about your closeness to Him? In what ways has the religious world missed these truths?
8. What do you think “give life to your mortal bodies” means in Romans 8:11?

Who raised Jesus from the dead? Why did Jesus say He came to bring a sword? Why do we call it “Good Friday”?

Are the Jews still under the Law? Are they trying to keep it? Where do Gentiles fit into the picture? Do we really have to take up our cross daily? If so, how could that be easy and light like Jesus said? What are your thoughts on giving up things for Lent? My kids don’t understand how we count three days between the crucifixion and resurrection. The math doesn’t seem to add up!

How can we interpret “this generation will not pass away” in Matthew 24? And what about when Jesus says in three gospels that those present with Him will not taste death until the Son of Man comes in His kingdom? Why does John 6 show Jesus saying certain things are hard to understand when He also promised life with Him would be “easy and light”? Why did God create Judas and choose him as a disciple if He knew Judas would betray Christ?

Why didn’t the disciples recognize Jesus after His resurrection? My salvation experience was not emotional. It felt more like being convinced and wanting Jesus in my life. Is that enough? Does God show any favoritism? What are your thoughts on Mormonism? How about Church of Christ? I’m asking, because I’m making a decision about a long-term relationship.

I’m loving the new book, “Gospel Zero”! I grew up “examining myself” and “letting the cup pass” at the Lord’s Supper. You’re saying all of that is not necessary? Do the books of the New Testament address both unbelievers and believers, at different times? My wife had an emotional affair 15 years ago, and I still can’t seem to forgive her. What should I do?

I have obsessive thoughts about doubting God and my salvation. What’s happening to me? Who were the “sons of God” in Job 1? Does forgiving someone always mean you continue to interact with them? I see so many Christians that are not picking up their cross daily and bearing enough fruit. What are your thoughts? How do we love people and yet recognize the reality of sinful lifestyles?

Are you still trying to figure out the death of Christ… while missing out on the resurrection life He has given?

The cross worked. Your old self is buried. You’re fully forgiven – forever. But the real party? That starts with the resurrection. You’ve been raised with Jesus. You’re alive. Righteous. Sanctified. Your new identity is locked in, and your new life is secure because it’s eternal.

So why are so many believers still obsessed with the “old self,” trying to climb back on the cross? In this message, I unpack why the resurrection isn’t just some Easter Sunday detail – it’s the game-changer. Watch now and celebrate the freeing, life-altering truth of having been raised with Christ.

1. How does the message of the cross help us fully celebrate the resurrection?
2. What does repentance look like for a believer?
3. How does the resurrection relate to our righteousness?
4. How does Christ’s resurrection offer us eternal security?
5. React to this statement: There’s no need to kill what’s already been raised.
6. How do we properly understand sanctification? How has this concept been misunderstood by many?