The New Testament Witness to Christ and His Kingdom, Student Workbook, SW13

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Conclusion

» The resurrection of Messiah Jesus is the most significant doctrine of the Christian faith, and our entire faith and hope rests on the historical certainty of Jesus having been raised from the dead. » The New Testament provides clear testimony of Jesus’ resurrection accounts, which all confirm his risen life and identity as Messiah.

“Christ is risen. He is risen, indeed!”

Please take as much time as you have available to answer these and other questions that the video brought out. No other teaching in the New Testament is more crucial for the identity of the Messiah than the resurrection of Jesus from the dead. Understanding the biblical testimony of Jesus’ resurrection account is central to Christian leadership and ministry. Be clear and concise in your answers, and where possible, support with Scripture! 1. What is the difference between the Christian doctrines Christus Victum and Christus Victor ? 2. Briefly define the statement: “Christianity is a lived faith in the person and work of Jesus the Messiah whom we hold to have lived, died, and raised from the dead.” 3. Detail Paul’s argument in 1 Corinthians 15.12-20 for the centrality of the resurrection of Christ for the Christian faith. Why does Paul say that a belief in the resurrection is absolutely critical for valid faith? 4. What are some of the critical facts surrounding the various appearances of Jesus after his resurrection, and the first appearance at the tomb? 5. How are we to understand Jesus’ command to “Receive the Holy Spirit” to the apostolic company in his appearance after his Emmaus appearance? 6. What do you make of Thomas’ critical doubt regarding the resurrection, and his unwillingness to believe without firsthand verification? In what sense does Thomas represent modern viewpoints regarding faith, proof, and history?

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