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Three Proofs of the Resurrection
“Moreover” tells us that Paul has finished his answers to the Corinthians’ questions, and he now goes on to a new subject. The first eleven verses present the Gospel message and evidence for its truthfulness. Paul gives three proofs to his readers that Jesus has indeed …

Consequences of Denying the Resurrection
This verse stands as a focal point around which the first nineteen verses revolve (v. 12). “Now if Christ be preached that he rose from the dead” directs our attention to the first eleven verses. “How say some among you that there is no resurrection?” This q …

The Resurrection of Christians
In the first half of this chapter Paul dealt with the resurrection of Christ. Now, in the last half of the chapter he deals with the resurrection of Christians. Christ arose and so shall we who know Him. Paul had explored the logical happenings which followed the denial of the …

Effects of Denying the Resurrection
What does it mean when it says to be “baptized for the dead” (v.29)? The Bible Knowledge Commentary says that “up to 200 explanations have been given for this verse. Some, such as the Mormons, believe it means “proxy baptism”, where a believer is baptiz …

What Our Resurrection Body Will Be Like
The apostle Paul opens up discussion concerning the nature of the resurrection body. He deals with two questions which foolish objectors raise (v. 35). The first question implies that resurrection is impossible; the second, that it is inconceivable. “How are the dead rais …

Comparison of the Natural and Spiritual Body
In our passage today we are told about a bigger change than this (vv. 45-50). In the previous passage, we were told that the body is buried in corruption because it is going to decay; but it is raised with such a nature that it cannot decay. With this change there is no decay o …

Victory is Coming
Paul reveals a wonderful secret that not all people will die but everyone will be changed (v. 51). This will happen very suddenly when the last trumpet will sound (v. 52). This signals the end of the present age. Two distinct groups will be represented. Those who have died will …