Risen
Week of April 19-25
Week of April 19-25
The Scripture
1 Corinthians 15:35-58
1 Corinthians 15:35-58
The Message
4 Truths About Resurrection Hope:
1. When the average person thinks about the future (especially long-term), what do you think tends to shape their outlook more: hope, uncertainty, or something else?
2. In 1 Corinthians 15:42–44, Paul contrasts what our bodies are now with what they will be. What words or phrases stand out to you in that contrast, and what does that tell us about our future?
3. Paul uses the phrase “image of the man of dust” and “image of the man of heaven” in vv. 47–49. How would you describe the difference between those two identities in your own words?
4. The sermon described everyday struggles (anger, insecurity, jealousy, etc) as expressions of “Adam.” Where do you most often see that “old nature” show up in your life right now?
5. In vv. 54–57, Paul says death is “swallowed up in victory.” What does that language communicate about how Christians should view death?
6. Look at verse 58. Paul connects resurrection hope to how we live now. If you were confident something incredible was waiting for you in the future, how do you think that would change the way you handle everyday frustrations right now?
4 Truths About Resurrection Hope:
- Because resurrection is real, I have hope for my body. (Vrs. 35-43)
- Because transformation is coming, I have hope for my identity. (Vrs. 45-49)
- Because victory is complete, I have hope over death. (Vrs. 50-57)
- Because the future is secure, I have hope my life matters right now. (Vrs. 58)
1. When the average person thinks about the future (especially long-term), what do you think tends to shape their outlook more: hope, uncertainty, or something else?
2. In 1 Corinthians 15:42–44, Paul contrasts what our bodies are now with what they will be. What words or phrases stand out to you in that contrast, and what does that tell us about our future?
3. Paul uses the phrase “image of the man of dust” and “image of the man of heaven” in vv. 47–49. How would you describe the difference between those two identities in your own words?
4. The sermon described everyday struggles (anger, insecurity, jealousy, etc) as expressions of “Adam.” Where do you most often see that “old nature” show up in your life right now?
5. In vv. 54–57, Paul says death is “swallowed up in victory.” What does that language communicate about how Christians should view death?
6. Look at verse 58. Paul connects resurrection hope to how we live now. If you were confident something incredible was waiting for you in the future, how do you think that would change the way you handle everyday frustrations right now?
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