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Courtney and Melissa talk with New Testament scholar (and Melissa’s husband) Mike Kruger about the excellent evidence that Jesus physically rose from the dead and the difference that makes for our lives.
Dr. Kruger points out that because Jesus predicted his own resurrection, it validates his claims to be the Son of God and the Messiah. Dr. Kruger highlights the resurrection's transformative effects on early Christians, including their willingness to be martyred for their faith.
Related Resources:
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
1. Why do you think the resurrection continues to be questioned or dismissed in our culture?
2. Why is the resurrection not just one doctrine among many but central to the Christian faith? What would Christianity lose if the resurrection weren't true?
3. What evidence of Christ’s resurrection is particularly compelling to you?
4. Read 1 Corinthians 15 together. Paul says that if Christ hasn't been raised, our faith is futile—but if he has been raised, everything changes. As a result, what should change in
5. How does the knowledge that Christ is alive and reigning without rival make a difference in your life right now?
Pick up a copy of Stand In Awe wherever books are sold or visit crossway.org/standinawe to learn how to get 30 percent off with a free Crossway plus account.
Get 20% off a course of your choice when you use code DEEPDISH20 at checkout. Learn more and register now at lifeway.com/academy. That’s lifeway.com/academy
Click here for more information about Women's Initiatives at The Gospel Coalition!
Click here for more information about our upcoming conference, TGCW26, June 11-13 in Indianapolis!
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Courtney and Melissa talk with New Testament scholar (and Melissa’s husband) Mike Kruger about the excellent evidence that Jesus physically rose from the dead and the difference that makes for our lives.
Dr. Kruger points out that because Jesus predicted his own resurrection, it validates his claims to be the Son of God and the Messiah. Dr. Kruger highlights the resurrection's transformative effects on early Christians, including their willingness to be martyred for their faith.
Related Resources:
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
1. Why do you think the resurrection continues to be questioned or dismissed in our culture?
2. Why is the resurrection not just one doctrine among many but central to the Christian faith? What would Christianity lose if the resurrection weren't true?
3. What evidence of Christ’s resurrection is particularly compelling to you?
4. Read 1 Corinthians 15 together. Paul says that if Christ hasn't been raised, our faith is futile—but if he has been raised, everything changes. As a result, what should change in
5. How does the knowledge that Christ is alive and reigning without rival make a difference in your life right now?
Pick up a copy of Stand In Awe wherever books are sold or visit crossway.org/standinawe to learn how to get 30 percent off with a free Crossway plus account.
Get 20% off a course of your choice when you use code DEEPDISH20 at checkout. Learn more and register now at lifeway.com/academy. That’s lifeway.com/academy
Click here for more information about Women's Initiatives at The Gospel Coalition!
Click here for more information about our upcoming conference, TGCW26, June 11-13 in Indianapolis!
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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