Did Jesus really rise from the dead?
Everything about Christianity hinges on this question. Discover the evidence for the resurrection.
15 Bible studies address this question
What the Bible Says
These Bible studies explore Scripture passages that speak to this question. Each study will give you insight and practical application.
Dead to Sin, Alive to God
Paul addresses the misuse of grace. Shall we sin so grace may increase? Absolutely not! United with Christ in death and resurrection, we are freed from sin's mastery to live for God.
The Resurrection of the Dead
Paul declares the heart of the gospel: Christ died, was buried, and rose again. If Christ is not raised, faith is futile. But Christ has been raised—the firstfruits of those who will rise.
The Resurrection and Great Commission
On the third day, women discover the empty tomb. An angel announces Jesus is risen. Jesus appears to them and later to the disciples in Galilee, commissioning them to make disciples of all nations, ba...
Parables, Controversies, and True Devotion
Jesus tells the parable of the wicked tenants, then faces questions about taxes to Caesar, the resurrection, and the greatest commandment. He warns against the scribes and commends a poor widow who gi...
The Resurrection and Great Commission
The stone is rolled away, the tomb is empty, and the angel announces the most important news in history: "He has risen!" Mark concludes with Jesus' commission to His disciples to proclaim the gospel t...
The Resurrection and Ascension
Women find the tomb empty and angels announce Jesus is risen. Two disciples encounter Jesus on the road to Emmaus, their hearts burning as He opens Scripture. Jesus appears to the gathered disciples, ...
The Resurrection
Mary Magdalene finds the tomb empty and encounters the risen Jesus. He appears to the disciples, breathes on them, and gives them the Holy Spirit. Thomas doubts until he sees Jesus and exclaims, "My L...
A Song of Trust and Resurrection
In that day, Judah will sing this song: a strong city with salvation for walls. Those who trust in the Lord find perfect peace. The chapter culminates in resurrection hope: "Your dead shall live."
The Revelation of Jesus Christ
John receives a vision on Patmos of the glorified Christ walking among seven golden lampstands. Jesus is the Alpha and Omega, the First and the Last, who holds the keys of Death and Hades.
The Death of John the Baptist and Feeding of Five Thousand
Herod beheads John the Baptist after a rash oath. Jesus withdraws but is followed by crowds. He feeds five thousand with five loaves and two fish, walks on water, and invites Peter to come. Wherever H...
Debates in the Temple
Religious leaders challenge Jesus' authority and try to trap Him with questions about taxes and resurrection. Jesus silences them with wisdom and turns the tables, asking about the Messiah's identity....
Healing at Bethesda and the Authority of the Son
Jesus heals a man who has been an invalid for thirty-eight years at the pool of Bethesda—on the Sabbath. When Jewish leaders object, Jesus claims to work as the Father works, asserting equality with...
The Bread of Life
Jesus feeds five thousand with five loaves and two fish, then walks on water. The crowds pursue Him for bread, but He offers something greater—Himself as the bread of life that satisfies forever. Hi...
The Raising of Lazarus
Jesus' friend Lazarus dies, and Jesus deliberately delays His arrival. At the tomb, He declares, "I am the resurrection and the life," then calls Lazarus out from death. This sign leads many to believ...
The Day of Pentecost
The Holy Spirit comes upon the believers with wind and fire, enabling them to speak in other languages. Peter preaches to the gathered crowds, proclaiming Jesus as Lord and Christ. Three thousand beli...
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