The Heart of the Gospel
1 Corinthians 15:1-8 · April 9, 2023
This message explores the resurrection of Jesus as the heart of the gospel, drawing on Scripture, the early Christian creed, and eyewitness accounts. It considers how Christ’s resurrection offers Christians hope, assurance of salvation, and confidence even in moments of doubt.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction
00:54 The importance of the resurrection in the life of a Christian (Romans 10:9; 1 Corinthians 15:17-19)
06:09 “Immortality: The Other Side of Death,” by Gary R. Habermas and J.P. Moreland
13:02 An early Christian Creed (1 Corinthians 15:1-8)
17:32 Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures (Isaiah 53:4-6)
19:49 Jesus was buried according to the Scriptures
22:50 Jesus rose again on the third day according to the Scriptures (Psalm 16:9-10)
24:47 Eyewitnesses of the Resurrection (1 Corinthians 15:5-8)
30:21 Have you believed, received, and are you standing on and saved by the gospel?
31:06 The resurrection of Christ, as the first fruits, gives us hope
31:39 If at times you doubt the resurrection, remember — even the early disciples did
32:58 Closing prayer
