April 17, 2025

Day 108 He Is Risen | 1 Corinthians 15:12-17

Day 108 He Is Risen | 1 Corinthians 15:12-17
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Season 2

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The resurrection of Jesus Christ isn't just a historical event—it's the very foundation of our faith and hope. Through a powerful examination of 1 Corinthians 15:12-17, we confront the critical question Paul posed to the early church: what if Christ hasn't been raised?

Paul's logical reasoning is both simple and profound. Without the resurrection, our preaching would be meaningless, our faith would be futile, and most devastatingly, we would remain trapped in our sins. But the glorious truth is that Christ did rise! This reality changes everything about how we understand forgiveness and salvation.

Using a relatable analogy of an unexplained "Road Closed" sign that leaves drivers confused and uncertain, we explore how God doesn't leave us wondering about the resurrection's significance. While the angel at the tomb simply declared, "He is risen" without explanation, Scripture fills in the details about why this matters so personally for each of us. Because Jesus conquered death, our sins aren't just temporarily hidden—they're completely gone, wiped clean forever.

Take a moment today to let this transformative truth sink deep into your heart. Your sins are fully forgiven because Jesus lives! Join us as we celebrate this profound reality and discover how embracing the resurrection can bring fresh hope and purpose to your daily life. Subscribe to Wisdom for the Day for more daily spiritual insights that will strengthen your faith and guide you through life's challenges.

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Chapters

00:32 - Welcome to Wisdom for the Day

00:56 - 1 Corinthians 15: Resurrection Truth

01:50 - The Road Closed Analogy

02:25 - Why Resurrection Matters Personally

03:30 - Closing and Resources

Transcript
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Welcome to Wisdom for the Day, your daily source for spiritual refreshment and guidance.

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I'm Rick.

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Join me as I dive into God's Word to find clarity and strength for life's challenges.

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Let me help you embrace each day with faith and wisdom, ready to feel inspired.

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Let's get started.

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Today is Day 108.

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Today is day 108.

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He is risen From 1 Corinthians, chapter 15, verses 12 through 17 from the New Living Translation.

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But tell me this since we preach that Christ rose from the dead, why are some of you saying there will be no resurrection of the dead?

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For if there is no resurrection of the dead, then Christ has not been raised either.

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And if Christ has not been raised, then all our preaching is useless and your faith is useless.

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And we apostles would all be lying about God.

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For we've said that God raised Christ from the grave.

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But that can't be true.

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If there's no resurrection of the dead, and if there's no resurrection of the dead, then Christ has not been raised.

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And if Christ has not been raised, then your faith is useless and you are still guilty of your sins.

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Now, recently, our street was unexpectedly blocked by a sign that said Road Closed.

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It gave no explanation.

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Later we learned that it was just a sewer line repair and would only last a day, but without any details.

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It left us confused and uncertain.

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The announcement at Jesus' tomb was kind of like that the angel declared he has risen, but didn't explain how or what exactly that meant.

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Thankfully, god's word doesn't leave us there.

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The apostle Paul clearly explains why Jesus' resurrection matters so much to each of us.

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In 1 Corinthians 15, paul points out that if Jesus didn't rise from the dead, everything we believe would be worthless and we would still be trapped in our sins.

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But the amazing news is that Jesus truly did rise again.

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Because of his resurrection, our sins aren't just hidden or forgotten.

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They're completely gone, wiped clean forever.

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They're completely gone, wiped clean forever.

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This is the good news Christ is risen and your sins are fully forgiven.

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Let that truth sink in.

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Today.

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I want you to take a moment to celebrate what this means for you personally.

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Your sins are gone because Jesus lives.

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Pray with me.

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Risen Savior, thank you for taking away my sins through your resurrection, even if I can't fully grasp how it happened.

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Help me live each day trusting your amazing grace, amen.

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Well, that's all for today, but I'll be back tomorrow with more of God's Word.

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Intro and outro music by Weston McCurry Until tomorrow, I'm Rick.

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