May 7, 2017 • Pastor Phil Kooistra • 1 Corinthians 15:35–58
In this final passage from 1 Corinthians 15, Paul provides further explanation and detail regarding the resurrection. In comparing death and resurrection to the sowing of a seed, we are reminded that what comes up out of the ground is far more glorious than what went in. The resurrected bodies of believers will be sinless, perfected, and imperishable. Are we putting more time and energy into our earthly bodies, or into those things that have spiritual and eternal value?
If No Resurrection, What's The Point?
April 23, 2017 • Pastor Phil Kooistra • 1 Corinthians 15:29–34
In this passage from 1 Corinthians 15, Paul continues to argue for the truth and importance of the resurrection. He reminds the Corinthians that without the resurrection many of their actions, including the willingness to suffer for Christ, would be pointless. As believers, if our motivation is not the gospel and the hope of the resurrection, we are not likely to persevere through trials. Our lives are a reflection of what we believe. Do we see evidence that the gospel is what motivates our actions?
The Effects of the Resurrection
April 16, 2017 • Pastor Phil Kooistra • 1 Corinthians 15:20–28
In this sermon from 1 Corinthians 15, we are reminded that the resurrection is crucial to our hope and faith. The resurrection of Christ is the promise of our future resurrection. It is the promise of the end of sin and death, and of the eternal reign of God. Is your hope and faith in the resurrected Christ? He is our hope, our savior, and our king!
Does the Resurrection Really Matter?
April 9, 2017 • Pastor Phil Kooistra • 1 Corinthians 15:12–19
In this sermon from 1 Corinthians 15, we look at the implications and significance of the resurrection in the life of the Christian. Without the resurrection, there is no gospel. Without the gospel, we have no hope for sin. If there is no resurrection, this life is all that there is and our faith is in vain. The truth of the resurrection is vital to our faith and brings hope and joy to the believer. Are we putting too much emphasis on this life and the world? Does the truth of the resurrection affect our day to day lives?
The Resurrection Gospel
April 2, 2017 • Pastor Neal Hackbarth • 1 Corinthians 15:1–11
In this passage from Corinthians 15, Paul reminds believers that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that he was buried, and that he was raised on the third day. The gospel proclaims that Jesus lives, and that our debt is paid in full. This should give us full assurance and security, knowing that we have been saved by grace and made right with God. Are we living as if we understand this resurrection gospel?
