He is risen!

Scripture

Luke 24:5-7

The women were terrified and bowed with their faces to the ground. Then the men asked, “Why are you looking among the dead for someone who is alive? He isn’t here! He is risen from the dead! Remember what he told you back in Galilee, that the Son of Man must be betrayed into the hands of sinful men and be crucified, and that he would rise again on the third day.” (NLT)

Observation 

The resurrection is the foundation of the Christian faith.  The apostle Paul said it best that if there is no resurrection Christians are the worst fools of the universe.  The only reason to follow Jesus is if he is the Son of God and Jesus can only be the Son of God if he rose from the dead, if not then he was only another human being.  

The good news is he did.  He is alive.  He is the Son of God.  He is your savior, healer, sanctifyer, and soon coming king.  He is worth it all, he can do it all, he is your all in all.

Application

1. Worship him

He is worthy of all glory, honor, and praise.

2. Be loyal to him

He deserves your 100% commitment.  Give him all your heart not just part of it.

3. Be in awe of him

Think about it, if Jesus arose from the grave, then he is awesome and terrifying.  He deserves your respect and awe.  You fear him because in a sense he is terrifying.

4. Be devoted to him

You will also be consumed with gratitude, devotion, thanksgiving, and love.

He defeated death, the grave, sin, sickness, and the devil and all his demons.

5. Serve him well

Live for His glory and the advancement of his kingdom.

Prayer

I love you and believe in you.  You are the risen Christ!  You are victorious and glorious.  I give you all my heart, mind, soul, and strength.  I live for you and you alone.  You are my Lord and my God!