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20 But now Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep. 21 For since through a man came death, also through a man came the resurrection of the dead. 22 For just as in Adam all die, so also in Christ all will be made alive. 23 But each in his own group: Christ the first fruits, then those who are Christ’...
Paul begins his discourse on the resurrection of Jesus by stating that salvation is not possible without Jesus' resurrection, and those who were preaching this, preached the truth. Paul further illustrates this by stating that Jesus will raise those who are dead in Christ.
Mar 28, 2013 · For Paul, the resurrection of Christ made all the difference in the world when it came to preaching. If Christ has not been raised, Paul says, “then our preaching is in vain” (15:14). The reason is simple: you are misrepresenting God, for you are preaching that he raised Christ when he did no such thing (15:15).
Paul emphasizes that the message of the Gospel hinges on the resurrection. Preaching, or "κήρυγμα" (kerygma), in the early church was the proclamation of Jesus' death and resurrection. If Christ has not been raised, then the apostles' message is devoid of power and truth.
Apr 18, 2022 · A key passage on Christ’s resurrection is 1 Corinthians 15. In this chapter, the apostle Paul explains why it is crucial to understand and believe in Christ’s resurrection. The resurrection is important for the following reasons: 1) If Christ was not raised from the dead, believers will not be either (1 Corinthians 15:12-15).
21-22: In 15:21-22, Paul introduces the concept between Adam and Christ that he will take up again in 15:45-49; Jewish people often affirmed that the end-time would parallel what God had done at the beginning (envisioning paradise as a new Eden).
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Jan 4, 2022 · It was on the basis of the resurrection of Christ that Paul preached, “Through Jesus the forgiveness of sins is proclaimed to you. Through him everyone who believes is set free from every sin” (Acts 13:38–39).
