Lesson 12: Will I Live Again? (1st Corinthians 15)
This lesson will conclude the series of lessons from 1st Corinthians. We'll reflect some on the lessons we've (hopefully) learned on our journey through this book.
But, we'll direct much of our attention to the reality of the hope that awaits us because of the reality of the resurrection of Christ from the dead. This is the lynchpin of the Christian faith. As Paul says, if Christ has not been raised, our faith is worthless and we, of all men, are to be most pitied.
The good news for us is that Christ has risen and our faith is not in vain. Pity those who have not yet come to accept the reality of this fact.
Christ's resurrection assures our resurrection. This gives us ultimate hope and assurance in our future glory. As a result, we should live lives that reflect this hope, lives that anticipate the day when death will become the gateway to our glorious future.
"Death is swallowed up in victory. O Death, where is your victory? O Death, where is your sting? ...thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." (1 Corinthians 15:54-57)