Resurrection Of Christ Foundation Of Gospel 1 Corinthians 15:20-22

Turn From Our Wicked Ways Acts 3:26 Jesus’ resurrection give hope to everyone When we become a disciple of Christ, we are to be different than we were before - 1 Peter 4:1-4 Many do not like these “rules,” yet this is a blessing for us – Acts 3:26 Miss consequences in this life – Proverbs 13:15 Avoid Punishment due for sin – Romans 6:23

Walk In Newness Of Life Romans 6:4 Described “newness of life” as no longer slaves of sin – Romans 6:6,7 Instruments of Righteousness – Romans 6:13 Obey from the heart and become Slaves of Righteousness – Romans 6:17,18 Strive to live as He did – 1 Peter 2:21,22

Affirm The Fact Of The Resurrection 1 Corinthians 15:15,13, 5-8 IF Christ was raised, we must affirm the hope of the resurrection – Acts 24:15; 26:22,23; 2 Corinthians 3:11,12,18 Basis for our hope – 1 Peter 1:3 Look beyond this life – 1 Corinthians 15:32 Set minds on things above – Colossians 3:1,2 Not allow pleasures of this life to distract – Luke 8:14; 12:19-21

Wait For The Lord To Return 1 Thessalonians 1:9,10 Jesus was raised from the dead to give us hope – 1 Thessalonians 4:14 Eagerly await His return – Philippians 3:20,21 Look forward to His return with anticipation – Revelation 22:20 Better to be with the Lord – Philippians 1:21-23

Resurrection Of Jesus Demands Certain This Of Us We Should Always Be Thankful For The Hope We Have Through His Resurrection We Should Continually Serve Him So We Can Enjoy The Reward Of Eternal Life Through Him