Topical Encyclopedia The doctrine of the resurrection is a cornerstone of Christian theology, affirming the belief that the saints, those who have placed their faith in Jesus Christ, will rise to eternal life. This belief is rooted in the teachings of Scripture and is a source of hope and encouragement for believers.Biblical Foundation The resurrection of the saints is prophesied and affirmed throughout the Bible. In the Old Testament, the prophet Daniel speaks of a future resurrection: "And many who sleep in the dust of the earth will awake, some to everlasting life, but others to shame and everlasting contempt" (Daniel 12:2). This passage highlights the dual outcome of the resurrection, with the righteous rising to eternal life. In the New Testament, Jesus Christ Himself affirms the resurrection of the saints. In the Gospel of John, Jesus declares, "Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming when all who are in their graves will hear His voice and come out—those who have done good to the resurrection of life, and those who have done evil to the resurrection of judgment" (John 5:28-29). Here, Jesus emphasizes the resurrection as a future event where the righteous will be granted eternal life. The Apostle Paul further elaborates on the resurrection in his epistles. In 1 Corinthians 15, Paul provides a detailed exposition on the resurrection, stating, "For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive. But each in his own turn: Christ the firstfruits; then at His coming, those who belong to Him" (1 Corinthians 15:22-23). Paul underscores the order of the resurrection, with Christ as the first to rise, followed by those who belong to Him at His return. Nature of the Resurrected Body The resurrected body of the saints is described as imperishable and glorified. Paul writes, "So will it be with the resurrection of the dead: What is sown is perishable; it is raised imperishable. It is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory. It is sown in weakness; it is raised in power" (1 Corinthians 15:42-43). This transformation signifies the complete renewal and glorification of the believer's body, free from the corruption and limitations of the present physical state. Eternal Life The ultimate promise of the resurrection for the saints is eternal life. Jesus assures His followers, "I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in Me will live, even though he dies" (John 11:25). This assurance is central to the Christian hope, as it guarantees that physical death is not the end but a transition to everlasting life with God. The Book of Revelation provides a vision of the eternal state of the resurrected saints: "He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away" (Revelation 21:4). This passage paints a picture of the new creation where the saints will dwell with God in perfect peace and joy. Implications for Believers The promise of resurrection to eternal life has profound implications for believers. It serves as a source of hope and motivation to live a life pleasing to God, knowing that their faithfulness will be rewarded. Paul encourages the Corinthians, "Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast and immovable. Always excel in the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain" (1 Corinthians 15:58). The certainty of the resurrection empowers believers to persevere in their faith and service, confident in the eternal reward that awaits them. Torrey's Topical Textbook Daniel 12:2And many of them that sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake, some to everlasting life, and some to shame and everlasting contempt. Torrey's Topical Textbook John 5:29 Library The Reality of the Resurrection The Kingdom Given to the Saints at the Resurrection of the Just. Death and Life in Christ On the Words, and in one Holy Catholic Church, and in the ... Of the Last Resurrection. What is Written in the Revelation of John Regarding the Two ... The Enchiridion What Daniel Predicted Regarding the Persecution of Antichrist, the ... Roman Catholics. Appendix. Resources What is more important, the death of Christ or His resurrection? | GotQuestions.orgCan the various resurrection accounts from the four Gospels be harmonized? | GotQuestions.org What did Jesus mean when He said, “I am the Resurrection and the Life” (John 11:25)? | GotQuestions.org Resurrection: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Resurrection: General Scriptures Concerning Select Readings: The Resurrection of Jesus Christ The Resurrection is not Contrary to Reason The Resurrection is not Incredible The Resurrection of Christ is an Emblem of the New Birth The Resurrection of Christ was Attested by Angels The Resurrection of Christ was Attested by Apostles The Resurrection of Christ was Attested by His Enemies The Resurrection of Christ was Necessary to Forgiveness of Sins The Resurrection of Christ was Necessary to Hope The Resurrection of Christ was Necessary to Justification The Resurrection of Christ was Necessary to The Efficacy of Faith The Resurrection of Christ was Necessary to The Efficacy of Preaching The Resurrection of Christ was Necessary to The Fulfilment of Scripture The Resurrection of Christ: A Proof of his Being the Son of God The Resurrection of Christ: An Assurance of the Judgment The Resurrection of Christ: Asserted and Preached by the Apostles The Resurrection of Christ: Effected by His own Power The Resurrection of Christ: Effected by The Power of God The Resurrection of Christ: Effected by The Power of the Holy Spirit The Resurrection of Christ: Followed by his Exaltation The Resurrection of Christ: Foretold by Himself The Resurrection of Christ: Foretold by the Prophets The Resurrection of Christ: Fraud Impossible In The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to About Five Hundred Brethren The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to all the Apostles The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to Apostles at the Sea of Tiberias The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to Apostles in Galilee The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to Apostles, Except Thomas The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to Apostles, Thomas Being Present The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to James The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to Mary Magdalene The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to Paul The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to Simon Peter The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to The Women The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to Two Disciples The Resurrection of Christ: He Gave Many Infallible Proofs of The Resurrection of Christ: On the First Day of the Week The Resurrection of Christ: On the Third Day After his Death The Resurrection of Christ: Saints: Begotten to a Lively Hope The Resurrection of Christ: Saints: Desire to Know the Power of The Resurrection of Christ: Saints: Shall Rise in the Likeness of The Resurrection of Christ: Saints: should Keep, in Remembrance The Resurrection of Christ: The Apostles: At First did not Understand the Predictions Respecting The Resurrection of Christ: The Apostles: Reproved for Their Unbelief of The Resurrection of Christ: The Apostles: Very Slow to Believe The Resurrection of Christ: The First-Fruits of Our Resurrection The Resurrection of Christ: The Truth of the Gospel Involved In The Resurrection of Christ: Typified: Isaac The Resurrection of Christ: Typified: Jonah The Resurrection of Saints Shall be Followed by the Change of Those Then Alive The Resurrection of the Wicked, Shall be to Damnation The Resurrection of the Wicked, Shall be to Shame and Everlasting Contempt The Resurrection: A Doctrine of the Old Testament The Resurrection: A First Principle of the Gospel The Resurrection: Assumed and Proved by Our Lord The Resurrection: Blessedness of Those Who Have Part in the First The Resurrection: Called in Question by some in the Church The Resurrection: Certainty of, Proved by the Resurrection of Christ The Resurrection: Credibility of, Shown by the Resurrection of Individuals The Resurrection: Denied by the Sadducees The Resurrection: Effected by the Power of Christ The Resurrection: Effected by the Power of God The Resurrection: Effected by the Power of The Holy Spirit The Resurrection: Expected by the Jews The Resurrection: Explained Away by False Teachers The Resurrection: Illustrative of the New Birth The Resurrection: Preached by the Apostles The Resurrection: Saints In, Shall: Be As the Angels The Resurrection: Saints In, Shall: Be Glorified With Christ The Resurrection: Saints In, Shall: Be Recompensed The Resurrection: Saints In, Shall: Have Bodies Like Christ's The Resurrection: Saints In, Shall: Have Glorious Bodies The Resurrection: Saints In, Shall: Have Incorruptible Bodies The Resurrection: Saints In, Shall: Have Powerful Bodies The Resurrection: Saints In, Shall: Have Spiritual Bodies The Resurrection: Saints In, Shall: Rise First The Resurrection: Saints In, Shall: Rise Through Christ The Resurrection: Saints In, Shall: Rise to Eternal Life The Resurrection: Saints should Look Forward To The Resurrection: Shall be of all the Dead The Resurrection: The Preaching of, Caused: Mocking The Resurrection: The Preaching of, Caused: Persecution Related Terms The-not-beloved (1 Occurrence) Kir'iath-je'arim (18 Occurrences) Kirjathjearim (17 Occurrences) Vine-dressers (18 Occurrences) Kirjath-jearim (17 Occurrences) Kibroth-hattaavah (5 Occurrences) |
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