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April 5 2010 at 9:28 am

The Path to the Cross, Part 7

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Didn’t God give us a beautiful Easter Sunday and a sweet opportunity to dwell on Jesus’ resurrection and its meaning? Thanks to all who attended!

From the account in Matthew 27:54-28:20, my sermon focused on three implications of Christ’s resurrection: It’s bad news for his enemies; it is cause for great joy in his disciples; and it transforms our life purpose.

Options for reviewing and applying the message:

  • Listen online or download an MP3.
  • Download the summary outline (in PDF format).
  • Use the questions below for further reflection and application to your life:

1.  Josh taught that a risen Jesus is not good news for those who want to be their own authority or are comfortable in their religiosity.  Why is this true?  What excuses can we make for refusing to submit and obey the authority of a risen Jesus?


2.  Why is the resurrection a cause for great joy for Jesus’ disciples?  What about the resurrection brings you great joy?

3.  For many, death can be very fearful.  How has Jesus’ resurrection conquered the power of death and delivered us from the fear of death?


4.  Josh shared that Jesus’ resurrection is proof of his authority over everything.  And that authority should transform our life’s priority and purpose.  Is your life oriented around Jesus’ mission or yours?  How can you spend your life, time and energy making him known and helping others to know and obey him?





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