Definition: The Bible teaches the doctrine of resurrection. Christ rose from the dead bodily, the first of a new generation of humanity. All of humanity will one day be resurrected from the dead. Those who have hoped in Christ will be raised to eternal life; those without Christ to eternal torment. Christians will inherit a new, physical body.

Scriptures: 1 Peter 2:24; 1 Corinthians 15; Colossians 2:14

Study: “Because Jesus kicked death in the teeth, we, too, will kick death in the teeth.” - Pastor Gabe If atonement is the promise of forgiveness, then resurrection is its guarantee. The resurrection of Jesus is a down-payment guaranteeing our future resurrection. Because Jesus rose from the dead, we know that all our sins are fully paid for. The entire hope of our faith is tied to the reality of the Resurrection. We do not live for this life, but for the life to come.

Questions to Ask: (these will help process the truth learned)

- How does resurrection promise forgiveness?

- What is more important to the Biblical authors— forgiveness from sin or resurrection from the dead?

- Can you deny the resurrection and still be a Christian?

- Why is it important to believe in the resurrection from the dead?