Jesus was born to be the first fruits of the resurrection.
The idea of life after death is a controversial one. And when it’s brought together with Christianity there’s usually a whole lot of talk about Hell. But thematically, what’s more relevant to Jesus is his confirmation of God’s dominion over ALL THINGS.
Jesus' resurrection was about God’s authority or sovereignty over death itself.
It’s interesting because there is something about the physics of reality that connects sin, decay and death. So much so, that people at all times have considered Death to be the last word, the final God.
Jesus surrendering of his life and ultimate resurrection from the dead is the biggest triumph you can imagine. It says that God is more powerful than death itself.
This has personal implications for us all... Death will not have the final word for you or me or ANYONE. The final word belongs to God and God alone.
The miracle of Jesus' resurrection is the linchpin of our faith. It is the mightiest demonstration of God's power and ultimate supremacy. It’s why to be a Christian you have to believe in the resurrection. Because you are saying - God is the most powerful. Not even Death can stop him.
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