HE IS RISEN!

Introduction:

A. Jesus, Our Sacrifice.

1. He was crucified even though He was sinless.

2. He was sent by God to take care of our sins.

3. He endured much for our sake.

B. Jesus, Our Savior.

Body:

I. A Proper Jew.

A. Joseph asks to bury Jesus.

B. Jesus prayed in a garden and was laid in a garden (19: 41).

C. No body to remain "hanging on the Sabbath" (Deuteronomy 21: 22, 23).

II. Just As Before

A. A borrowed birthplace - a borrowed tomb.

B. Angels herald His coming - Angels herald His resurrection.

C. God brings Him "to life" - God brings Him "back to life."

III. The Power Of The Resurrection.

A. The greatest example of God's power (Ephesians 1: 19 -21).

B. The giving of comfort to believers (1 Thessalonians 4: 13 -18).

C. The giving of hope (1 Corinthians 15: 17 - 22).

IV. John 20: 1 - 31

Conclusion:

A. He Is Risen!

1. Sweet words of victory.

2. God has triumphed in spite of apparent defeat.

3. We are partakers, if we are His.

B. Have You Risen?

1. From the entanglement of sin.

2. From the depths of hopelessness.

3. From the quagmire of powerlessness.