How can we apply Martha's faith in resurrection to our daily Christian walk? Martha’s Declaration of Resurrection Hope John 11:24: “Martha replied, ‘I know that he will rise again in the resurrection at the last day.’ ” Core Truths in Her Response - “I know”—faith grounded in settled conviction (Hebrews 11:1) - Bodily, future resurrection promised in Scripture (Daniel 12:2; Job 19:25-27) - Personal application: Lazarus’ destiny secures her own (1 Thessalonians 4:13-14) Why Her Faith Matters for Us - Doctrine fuels everyday life - Anchors emotions during grief - Shapes worldview amid cultural confusion (Colossians 3:1-4) Daily Ways to Walk in Resurrection Faith Confident Hope • Start each day recalling Christ’s victory (1 Colossians 15:20-22) • Trade anxiety for expectation—Jesus holds the final word Present Obedience • Future resurrection motivates present holiness (1 John 3:2-3) • Practice purity, generosity, truth—deeds that follow us (Revelation 14:13) Courage in Trials • Hardships are light and momentary; glory is eternal (2 Colossians 4:17-18) • Speak promises aloud when pressure mounts Comfort in Grief • Encourage others with the same hope (1 Thessalonians 4:18) • Mourn honestly yet confidently, trusting the coming reunion Urgency in Witness • A real resurrection makes salvation urgent (2 Corinthians 5:14-15) • Share Christ’s offer whenever God opens a door Eternal Priorities • Hold possessions loosely; invest in people and mission (Matthew 6:19-21) • Calendar around worship, service, discipleship over entertainment Renewing the Mind with Resurrection Promises - Romans 8:11 — the Spirit who raised Jesus dwells in us - 1 Peter 1:3 — new birth into a living hope - Philippians 3:20-21 — lowly bodies transformed Memory Verse: John 11:25-26 — Jesus is the resurrection and the life Living Resurrection Today Think resurrected thoughts, speak resurrected words, walk resurrected steps. Every decision, conversation, and dream finds its context in the coming eternal morning when Christ will call our names just as He called Lazarus. |