Podcasts about resurrection matters

Message preached at Grace Family Church, Caymanas Estate, Jamaica, by Sean Taylor on April 5, 2026.

We wrap up our sermon series discussing the living hope we have through Jesus.

In those days Peter stood up among the brothers (the company of persons was in all about 120) and said, “Brothers, the Scripture had to be fulfilled, which the Holy Spirit spoke beforehand by the mouth of David concerning Judas ….” “For it is written in the book of Psalms … ‘Let another take his office.' “So one of the men who have accompanied us during all the time that the Lord Jesus went in and out among us … one of these men must become with us a witness to His resurrection.” And they put forward two … And they prayed … And they cast lots for them, and the lot fell on Matthias, and he was numbered with the eleven apostles. (Acts 1:15-16a, 20-21, 22b-23a, 24a, 26)

This week we are challenged with the assignment of sharing the Gospel.

Message from Jarrett Stephens on May 3, 2026

1 Corinthians 15Pastor Joseph PjechaFaith Alliance Church

Why does the Resurrection matter? Pastor Garvon Golden shared this message with Christ Church on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

How do we respond to the power of Jesus in our lives?

Message from Emory Cothen on April 26, 2026

This week we look at how our new life intertwines with the resurrection of Jesus.

Message from Jarrett Stephens on April 19, 2026

This week pastor Vern kicks off our new series talking about why the resurrection matters.

Message from Jarrett Stephens on April 12, 2026

SummaryThis sermon explores the significance of Christ's resurrection and why it matters for believers today. The pastor emphasizes that the resurrection is not just a historical event but the cornerstone of Christian faith - without it, everything else would be meaningless. The message focuses on three key reasons why the resurrection matters: it provides justification and right standing with God, it gives believers a new resurrected life in the present, and it guarantees a future glorious resurrection. The pastor encourages the congregation to live steadfastly in their faith, knowing their labor for the Lord is not in vain, and challenges them to stop pretending they don't need Jesus, embracing humility instead.Key Verses1 Corinthians 15:14 Acts 1:1-3 Romans 4:25 Romans 6:5-11 Philippians 3:20-21 1 Corinthians 15:58 Life ApplicationThis week, identify one area where you've been trying to earn God's approval through your own efforts rather than resting in the righteousness Christ provides. Practice daily reminding yourself that your standing with God is secure because of the resurrection, not because of your performance. Additionally, look for one practical way to serve others this week, knowing that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.

As we celebrate Easter, we take a look at Paul's famous speech in Athens. At the center of his message was the proclamation that Jesus had died and been raised. But the resurrection was not a popular idea in the ancient world. Still, Paul made it the focus of his preaching. We take a closer look at why the resurrection matters in a world that continues to reject its claims. 

Steve Semas preached this sermon on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026.

A sermon by Pastor Dave McMurry. More about Grace Bible Church: http://begrace.org

We worship Jesus with great joy because He rose from the grave as promised

"Why The Resurrection Matters!" | Elder Warren E. Anderson | Apr. 5, 2026 by Pastor Jonathan M. Anderson, Sr.

This Sunday, Pastor Zac shares how Jesus' resurrection gives us true faith, full forgiveness, and a certain hope that changes how we live today.Sermon Notes:INFOWebsite: scaccesschurch.comWeekly Updates: bulletin.scaccesschurch.comFOLLOW Facebook: facebook.com/scaccesschurchInstagram: instagram.com/scaccesschurchYouTube: youtube.com/@scaccesschurchGIVE: give.scaccesschurch.comABOUT: State College Access Church is a life-giving, family-oriented, non-denominational church in the State College area. Our weekend service includes contemporary worship, biblical message, and age specific kids ministry for infants through children in 5th grade.

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Jesus’ resurrection set Him apart from every other religious leader who ever lived, and it sets Christianity apart from every other religion. Apologist and scholar Dr. Jeremiah Johnston says understanding the implications of the resurrection changes everything! How about you? Has it changed your life? Let’s talk about the power of the Resurrection on Equipped with Chris Brooks! Featured resource:Body of Proof: The 7 Best Reasons to Believe in the Resurrection of Jesus―and Why It Matters Today by Jeremiah Johnston April thank you gift:Equipped for Life: A 30-Day Devotional for Living with Courage and Compassion by Chris Brooks Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000 (annually or $83/month), click here.  

Jesus’ resurrection set Him apart from every other religious leader who ever lived, and it sets Christianity apart from every other religion. Apologist and scholar Dr. Jeremiah Johnston says understanding the implications of the resurrection changes everything! How about you? Has it changed your life? Let’s talk about the power of the Resurrection on Equipped with Chris Brooks! Featured resource:Body of Proof: The 7 Best Reasons to Believe in the Resurrection of Jesus―and Why It Matters Today by Jeremiah Johnston April thank you gift:Equipped for Life: A 30-Day Devotional for Living with Courage and Compassion by Chris Brooks Equipped with Chris Brooks is made possible through your support. To donate now, click here. To become 1 in 100 who supports at $1,000 (annually or $83/month), click here.  

Send us Fan MailThe Unsexy Church PodcastNew episodes drop every Wednesday MorningABOUT THE PODCASTThe Unsexy Church is a weekly podcast exploring the real, everyday life within our church family. Each week, join Pastor Bob (Senior Pastor) and Darren (Worship & Discipleship Pastor) as they sit down to discuss a wide variety of subjects—from deep theological questions to the practical, often "unsexy" work of following Jesus and building a healthy local church.WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO THRIVE?We want to help every person make a genuine commitment to follow Jesus and then follow through with that commitment in Connecting People to a Thriving Life in Christ. These Thriving disciples should Dig In to the Bible, Grow Up in Christ, and Branch Outinto the community.Our Mission: To Connect People to a Thriving Life in Christ. What is a thriving life in Christ? Scripture says that Jesus Christ came “that they may have life, and have it abundantly.” Our mission in the city of Tampa is to make disciples who follow the pattern of the believer in Psalm 1 and desire God's glory above all things.NEXT STEPSAre you looking to get connected or learn more about First Baptist Tampa? We would love to help you find your place in our community.Start Here: Visit fbctampa.org/new-here/first-steps/ to take your first step in finding out more about the Church and how you can get involved.STAY CONNECTEDWherever you are in life, you have a purpose. First Baptist Tampa wants to help you find your next step.Official Website: fbctampa.orgFacebook: First Baptist TampaInstagram: @fbctampaOur Student & Young Adult Ministries:AWANA (Kids): https://fbctampa.org/ministries/children/N1NE (Middle & High School): @onenine.fbctampaThe Collective (College): @thecollective.fbctampa

Death is the one appointment none of us can dodge, but Paul refuses to let it have the last word. We lean into 1 Corinthians 15:50–58 and name the problem plainly: flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God. Our bodies wear out, our strength fades, and Scripture traces that reality back to sin and a world that's cracked at the foundation. That's not meant to crush you; it's meant to tell the truth so the gospel can actually heal.Then Paul drops a “mystery” that changes how we grieve and how we live. Whether a believer has already “fallen asleep” or is still here when Christ returns, we share one promise: we will all be changed. Not gradually. Not halfway. In a moment, in the blink of an eye, God clothes the mortal with immortality and the corruptible with incorruptibility. Christian hope isn't an escape hatch from life; it's the promise of resurrection transformation and eternal life with Jesus.From there, we celebrate the turning point: death swallowed up in victory. The sting of death is sin, but Jesus steps into our flesh and blood, defeats the grave, and frees us from the fear of death. And because that victory is real, Paul's closing commands are practical: be steadfast, be immovable, and excel in the Lord's work, knowing your labor in the Lord is not in vain.If you've felt tired, discouraged, or shaken by loss, let this message reset your perspective with resurrection hope, gospel clarity, and a concrete call to faithful living. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs encouragement, and leave a review with the phrase that challenged you most.

This exploration of 1 Corinthians 15 invites us to consider a profound question: why does the resurrection of Jesus actually matter to our everyday lives? Rather than simply accepting resurrection as a distant theological concept, we're challenged to understand its far-reaching implications. The message traces Paul's careful argument to the Corinthian church, where some were denying the resurrection of the dead. Paul lays out the gospel as a four-part story: Jesus died for our sins, was buried, was raised, and appeared to witnesses. But here's the powerful insight: if there's no resurrection, then Jesus wasn't raised either, and if Jesus wasn't raised, our faith collapses entirely. We discover that the resurrection isn't just about life after death, it's about forgiveness now, purpose in how we use our bodies today, and access to resurrection power in our present struggles. The shift from Saturday to Sunday worship in the early church symbolizes something beautiful: the first day of the week pointing back to creation itself, signaling that God is making all things new. When we grasp that the same power that raised Jesus from the grave is available to us now, it transforms how we approach selfless living and loving others. The resurrection means Jesus is alive today, walking with us, empowering us to live the cross-shaped life of love He modeled. Paul argues that if there is no resurrection of the dead, then Christ has not been raised and our faith is futile. How does the resurrection of Jesus provide the foundation for your entire Christian faith? The sermon states that the resurrection proves Jesus' death was not just another tragic crucifixion but was atonement for our sins. How does understanding the resurrection change the way you view the cross? Paul writes that if Christ has not been raised, we should just eat and drink for tomorrow we die. How does belief in the resurrection actually shape the way you live your daily life right now? The early church moved their day of worship from Saturday to Sunday to celebrate the resurrection as a sign of new creation. What does it mean to you that Jesus' resurrection inaugurated a new creation rather than just offering escape from this world? The sermon emphasizes that how we use our bodies now matters because they will be resurrected. In what specific ways should this truth influence decisions about your sexuality, vocation, use of time, and ministry? Paul reminds the Corinthians that he preached a gospel they received and took their stand on, yet some were denying the resurrection. What inconsistencies might exist between what we say we believe about the resurrection and how we actually live? The sermon states that we can only live a cross-shaped life of selfless love through the power of God, the same power that raised Jesus from the dead. Where in your life do you most need to rely on resurrection power rather than your own strength? Jesus being raised on the first day of the week points back to the first day of creation, signaling a new beginning. How does viewing the resurrection as the start of new creation rather than just individual salvation change your understanding of God's work in the world? The resurrection means Jesus is alive today and His power and presence are with us now. How would your daily experience of faith be different if you lived with a constant awareness of the risen Christ's presence? The sermon presents hope in both life and death through the resurrection. How does the hope of future resurrection give you hope for the struggles and challenges you face in this present life?

A single stone sat in front of a tomb, and the entire world hangs on what happened next. Either the grave stayed sealed or Jesus Christ walked out, and that one fact decides whether faith is real hope or a beautifully told tragedy. We open 1 Corinthians 15:12–26 and follow Paul's relentless logic as he forces the question the Corinthian church was wrestling with: if there's no resurrection of the dead, what does that say about Jesus, forgiveness, and the future? We sit for a moment in what Paul calls the unbearable outcome of a world without resurrection: preaching turns hollow, faith turns futile, guilt stays put, and even the comfort we cling to in grief evaporates. If Christ has not been raised, Christianity becomes something to pity rather than trust. That's the weight of hopelessness, and Paul does not let us dodge it. Then everything turns on two words that change history: “But in fact.” Christ has been raised, the firstfruits of a coming harvest, and that means more resurrection is on the way. We talk about what happens when believers die, why the Christian promise is a bodily resurrection in a renewed creation, and how Jesus defeats the last enemy, death itself. We end with the verdict from Luke 24 and the promise of Revelation 21: God with us, tears wiped away, and all things made new. If you've ever wondered what the resurrection actually means for your Monday morning, your grief, your guilt, and your hope, press play, share this with a friend, and subscribe and leave a review so more people can find the good news. What's the hardest part of believing the resurrection is true?

The resurrection isn't a side doctrine or a holiday mood, it's the claim that decides everything. We open 1 Corinthians 15:1–11 and let Paul define the gospel with crisp, historical clarity: Jesus Christ died for our sins, He was buried, and He was raised on the third day. If that's true, Jesus isn't just a teacher with good ideas; He's the living Lord with real authority over our lives.We also take the question seriously from a skeptical angle. Even outspoken critics like Bart Ehrman grant the basic historical reality that Jesus lived and was crucified. The real tension is what happened next, and that's where Paul points to eyewitness testimony: Jesus appeared to Peter, to the disciples, to more than 500 people at once, and to James, His own brother who once doubted. We ask the uncomfortable question that follows: would people live and die the way the early church did for something they knew was a lie?Then we move from the outside evidence to the inside evidence. Paul's story is hard to dismiss because he didn't want Christianity to be true, yet he says he met the risen Christ and was remade by grace. We talk about what it looks like today when the resurrection shows up as changed hearts, new desires, and a faith you can't explain away as self-improvement.Listen, share it with a friend who asks hard questions, and if it helps you, subscribe and leave a review so more people can find this message.

Resurrection isn't a once-a-year celebration. It's the reason we can get out of bed with hope, stand before God without pretending, and face our sin without despair. We open our Easter series in 1 Corinthians 15 with Paul's simple but urgent move: he reminds the church of the gospel. Not because it's new, but because it's easy to drift, and we need truth brought back into focus again and again.We talk through what the gospel actually is: Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, he was buried, and he was raised on the third day. That message is not self-help or religious motivation. It's the core Christian proclamation that saves, steadies, and reshapes a life. We also unpack Paul's “you are being saved” language, tracing salvation through justification, sanctification, and the future hope that becomes sight when Jesus returns. If you've ever wondered how you can be fully forgiven and still feel like God is working on you, this gives you clear categories without watering anything down.Then we tell the unforgettable conversion story of Charles Spurgeon, a fifteen-year-old caught in a snowstorm, walking into a tiny chapel, and hearing a layman preach one simple command: look to Jesus. Not to your performance, not to your willpower, not to your résumé. Look to Christ crucified, risen, and reigning. We close by turning our attention to the Lord's Supper as a living reminder of the body broken and the blood poured out, and the resurrection power that makes all the difference. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs hope, and leave a review that tells us what truth you most need to remember right now.

Michael and Jeff examine the importance of living in the light of resurrection, addressing both personal and systemic issues in society. The conversation highlights the contrast between a scarcity mindset and an abundance mindset, urging listeners to embody the principles of the gospel in their daily lives. They also reflect on the role of the church in promoting holistic salvation and community engagement, ultimately calling for a shift from individualism to a collective understanding of faith and action.  00:00 Introduction and Banter09:35 The Implications of Resurrection14:17 Living in the New Creation18:47 The Holistic Gospel vs. Individual Salvation23:29 Scarcity vs. Abundance Mindset42:04 Authority and the Great Commission48:58 Living Out the Sermon on the Mount51:42 Implications of Resurrection for Today55:46 Cultural Reflections on Individualism vs. Community

Welcome to our Reveal podcast,Today we're tackling one of the biggest questions in the faith: Why does the Resurrection of Jesus matter?In a biblical sense, the Resurrection is everything. According to 1 Corinthians 15, the Apostle Paul says that if Christ has not been raised, our faith is useless, and we are still in our sins. In other words, the Resurrection isn't just a footnote in the Gospel story it is the Gospel.To support this ministry and help us continue our God-given mission, click here:Subscribe to our channel for the latest sermons:https://www.youtube.com/@revealvineyardLearn more about Vineyard Church Reveal Campus:https://www.revealvineyard.com/Follow us on social media!Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/vineyardrevealcampus Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/RevealVineyard

In this episode, the pastors visit Contos' Pizza & Pasta in Lake Stevens, WA and discuss the importance of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Easter may have already come and gone but the pastors dig in to why the resurrection matters every day not just on Easter. From biblical and non-biblical support for the resurrection, to the impact the resurrection makes in the life of believers join the pastors in this important discussion. PIZZA Supreme: Pizza Sauce, Pepperoni, Salami, Sausage, Canadian Bacon, Mushrooms, Olives, Green Peppers, Onions, Fresh Tomatoes & Feta Cheese MUSIC Standing in Victory Dameon Aranda, David Wellman, Dustin Smith, Luke Guevara, Nigel Reid ©2024 Life.Church Worship Publishing Penny Farthing Music / ISHYDVON MUSIC (ASCAP) / Life.Church Worship (ASCAP) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com) / For Me And My House Songs / Admin - Bethel Music (BMI)/ I Know the Way Dameon Aranda, Michael Biancaniello, Nick Bays, Rob Estevez   ©2024 Life.Church Worship Publishing Penny Farthing Music / ISHYDVON MUSIC (ASCAP) / M'Friggin (ASCAP) / Life.Church Worship (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com 

For the text to this week's passage, please click Luke 24:1-12; For more information about Maranatha, please visit www.mbccolumbus.org

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Why the Resurrection MattersSeries: The Gospel of Luke Speaker: Pastor AndrewSunday MorningDate: 20th April 2025Passage: Luke 24:1-12

Culture is doing its best to convince the world there is nothing special about Jesus. Sadly, too many Christians never get beyond a Sunday school understanding of their own faith. The result is that Christianity's most important historical fact –– the resurrection –– is often the most misunderstood.In Body of Proof, acclaimed apologist and scholar Dr. Jeremiah Johnston sets out to show why Jesus' victory over death is central to a believer's faith. In this conversation, we connect with Dr. Johnstons about the  latest archaeological and textual findings as he presents seven tangible, fresh reasons to believe Jesus really rose from the dead –– and why it matters today as the foundation of our hope in the face of suffering and grief. When you fully understand the implications of the resurrection, you will begin to understand the power of Christ in you. This changes everything!Learn more about Dr. Jeremiah Johnston's book here: https://a.co/d/3yDKlDu

Some convictions have significant consequences. Through the Resurrection: your life has purpose. (1 Corinthians 15:12-34)

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This week has been dedicated to exploring the historical and present impact of the resurrection of Jesus. The resurrection is an event that happened and changed our world. It's how God worked in history to restore the relationship with broken people like us. What you believe about Jesus matters. Would you declare your belief in prayer for the first or hundredth time today?