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Within the body of Christian beliefs, the resurrection of Jesus is a core event on which much of Christian doctrine and theology depend. According to The New Testament, Jesus, the central figure of Christianity, was crucified, died, buried within a tomb, and resurrected three days later ( John 1930–31, Mark 161, Mark 166). The New Testament also mentions several resurrection appearances of Jesus on different occasions to his twelve apostles and disciples, including "more than five hundred brethren at once" ( 1 Cor. 156), before Jesus' Ascension. These two events are essential doctrines of the Christian faith, and are commemorated by Christians during Good Friday and Easter, particularly during the liturgical time of Holy Week. Other groups, such as Jews, Muslims, Bahá'ís and other non-Christians, as well as some liberal Christians, dispute whether Jesus actually rose from the dead. Arguments over death and resurrection claims occur at many religious debates and interfaith dialogues.[1] As Paul the Apostle, an early front runner of Christianity, contended, "If Christ was not raised, then all our preaching is useless, and your trust in God is useless" (1 Cor. 1514)[2] The death and resurrection of Jesus are the most important events in Christian Theology, as they form the point in scripture where Jesus gives his ultimate demonstration that he has power over life and death, thus he has the ability to give people eternal life.[3] According to the Bible, "God raised him from the dead,"[4] he ascended to heaven, to the "right hand of God,"[5] and will return again[6] to fulfill the rest of Messianic prophecy such as the Resurrection of the dead, the Last Judgment and establishment of the Kingdom of God, see also Messianism and Messianic Age.[7] The following passage is Paul the Apostle's apologetic (defense) of the resurrection of Christ
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1. There Can Also Be Some Miracles
March 09, 2008
For us Christians, Jesus Christ is not merely a teacher and the model of a pious life but the revealer of God, the mediator of salvation and the savior who suffered, died and was resurrected in order to bring about salvation from sin for all. Christians believe that, as the Messiah, Jesus was anointed by God as ruler and savior of humanity, and hold that Jesus' coming was the fulfillment of messianic prophecies of the Old Testament. The Christian concept of the Messiah differs significantly from the contemporary Jewish concept. The core Christian belief is that, through the death and resurre... (read more)
Author: Christine Layug
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2. All About Communion, Holy Communion and First Holy Communion
January 09, 2008
The origin of communion meal recalls the table fellowship Jesus shared with his disciples, and in particular, the Last Supper on the night before his death as well as his appearances to the disciples during meals following his resurrection, (All About Holy Communion). Throughout its history these Biblical events have been central to the Church's worship life.
In the sacrament of Holy Communion, also called the Lord's Supper or Eucharist, meaning "thanksgiving," Christians hear, taste, touch and receive the grace of God revealed through Jesus Christ in a unique way. Communion is: * A jo... (read more)
Author: Sarah Porter
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3. About Baptism Ceremony & Baptism Invitations Cards
December 26, 2007
Baptism, the second sacrament accepted by Christians, is a ceremony where an infant, child or adult is removed of all sins to begin a new life with God, About Baptism Ceremony. The New Testament teaches that baptism is a sort of death and resurrection. It is believed that it marks the end of an old way of life, and the start of a new life, which is lived out in the company of other Christians. The New Testament also says that the baptismal ceremony depicts how Jesus dies and rose again.
Baptism is the rite of initiation by which people enter the church, and this belief is symbolized by t... (read more)
Author: Sarah Porter
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4. The Ridiculousness of Christ's Resurrection
December 12, 2007
I listened to the song “Arise My Love” by NewSong on my way home today. It made me think about about the ridiculousness of Christ's resurrection. Christ-followers can always fall back on the astounding awesomeness His victory over death. Everything else that could occur in this life is “no big deal” compared with the fact that Christ died and rose again to conquer all evil forever. Some people have a liberated perspective on life because of extraordinary circumstances they overcame. Christ's followers have a similarly liberated perspective. Christ's resurrection provides His peo... (read more)
Author: Patrick Roberts
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