Sermons on 1 Corinthians 15:3-19:

Firstfruits

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on May 1, 2007

In our text Paul calls the resurrection a "firstfruits" event. What does he mean? Consider these two opposite (but connected) realities, the fallenness of man and the firstfruits of God; the first is our condition – the second, God’s response to our nee

If for this life only we have hoped in Christ, we are of all people most to be pitied. But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who have died. For since death came through a human being, the resurrection of the dead has also come through a human being; for as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:19-26

Denomination: United Methodist

The Fact Series

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on May 7, 2007

The fact - and if it isn’t....

Epiphany 6 The Fact February 11th 1 Cor. 15: 12-20 Factus Example – gravity † In Jesus Name † Grace, Mercy and Peace, from God, our Father, and from our Risen from the Dead Lord Jesus Christ! Factus Example – gravity Fact, from the Latin factus, something made. As in manufacture, or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Being Excited

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 31, 2007

Sharing our faith

INTRO: Have you ever been so excited about something that you told complete strangers the good news? I’ve seen people go around in an excited manner telling people that the Twins won (people they don’t even know). I remember when Felicia was born. I went around telling strangers what had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Blessed Hope

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 31, 2007

What Christ has done for us

INTRO: [Read Story] By: Patricia Rosales, L.V.N. – Lesson in Love It was six am on a bright Sunday morning in April. A solemn, blond six-year-old boy was being admitted to our small pediatric until for a procedure not very common to young children: phlebotomy – this is, blood donation. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:2-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Case For The Resurrection

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Jun 3, 2007

The evidence for the resurrection is overwhelming. And it’s so important to our faith. If God the Father can’t raise his own sinless Son then he can’t raise us either. But the resurrection is true. And we can prove it beyond any doubt.

SERMON: The Case for Resurrection (Psalm 19:14) May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Two school children were walking together, and one said to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:17

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Domingo, Fue Un Día Distinto Series

Contributed by Jose Vega on Dec 10, 2006

La Resurrección de Cristo, no da no solo la victoria sobre la muerte sino también la herramienta necesaria para ser un cristiano de impacto.

Tema: La vida Lugar: IBD Texto: Varios Fecha:04-16-2006 Título: Domingo un día distinto… INTRODUCCIÓN • Viernes rostros tristes. • Domingo volvía la sonrisa. • Viernes aparente derrota. • Domingo tremenda victoria. • Viernes los discípulos decían “nos quedamos solos” • Domingo el Señor se ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:14-54

Denomination: Baptist

The Whole Surprising Story Of Christmas

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Dec 12, 2006

The real story of Christmas includes CPR.

The Whole Surprising Story of Christmas. How well do we really know the whole story of Christmas? Let’s start with this quiz… answer t or f. 1. There are no records of Joseph speaking in the Gospels. T. 2. Mary rode a donkey from Nazareth to Bethlehem. F. It very likely she walked, no mention ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Is The Resurrection Believable?

Contributed by Francis Camacho on Jul 9, 2002

4 Credible Evidences. Before we can prove the resurrection, we need to prove that Christ actually died, that the tomb was empty, that the resurrected Christ actually appeared to many, and that there were profound differences in the life of the witnesses.

Is the Resurrection Believable? 4 Credible Evidences 1 Corinthians 15:1-8 Citation: Case For Christ by Lee Strobel 1 Corinthians 15:1-8 1Now I want to make clear for you, brothers and sisters, the gospel that I preached to you, that you received and on which you stand 2and by which you are being ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Narnia: The Lion Returns Series

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Jan 4, 2006

As with Aslan in Narnia, the resurrection of the Lord Jesus signifies His ultimate triumph over sin and death.

The Lion Returns In the book The Life of Pi, Pi Patel, a little Hindu boy goes into a church and asks the priest to tell him a story. The priest tells him the story of Jesus. The next day Pi goes back and asks to hear another story. The priest very wisely tells him Christians have only one story. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-20

Denomination: Mennonite

Csi Jerusalem: The Event (Easter) Series

Contributed by Kenton Beshore on May 8, 2008

The day Christ was raised from the dead was the greatest day in history; explore the mysteries of the cross and the resurrection.

Kenton Beshore is Executive Producer of the small group curriculum Liquid, a new revolutionary video-based resource for small groups and church-wide campaigns. Visit www.experienceliquid.com to learn more. _____________________________________ The Event The best day . . . Good News “I passed on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What If There Was No Resurrection?

Contributed by Jason Cole on May 9, 2008

What are the implications of denying the resurrection? That will be examined in this message.

What If There Was No Resurrection? Introduction: To most fair historians there is little question as to the existence of Jesus. In fact many historians will even admit that he was put to death on a Roman cross, however the most disputed point of all is the resurrection of Jesus. The reason why is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-55

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Third Day

Contributed by Ronnie Knight on May 9, 2008

The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the single most important event in history because it brings the hope and power of salvation to all mankind. sermon should challenge each listener to place their faith in Jesus Christ.

Subject: Resurrection of Christ Scripture: 1 Corinthians. 15.1-58 Sermon: The Third Day Scope: This sermon should challenge each listener to place their faith in Jesus Christ. Summary: The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the single most important event in history because it brings the hope and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-58

Denomination: Baptist

A Reflection Of The Gospel

Contributed by Timothy Dolan on May 10, 2008

How the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ is reflected in our lives.

INTRODUCTION: Several years ago I read a fictional novel called, A Skeleton in God’s Closet. It was about an archeologists’ that claimed that he had found the skeleton of Jesus. The chaos that followed was amazing as churches closed and the earth began to tear itself apart. What if I could ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Resurrection Power

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 10, 2010

Let's think for a moment of lost causes. They are very real. The sportscaster said the game was unwinnable. The insurance adjuster said the car was irrepairable. The doctor said the patient was incurable. The marriage counselor said the

Resurrection Power I Corinthians 15:1 10 Let's think for a moment of lost causes. They are very real. The sportscaster said the game was unwinnable. The insurance adjuster said the car was irrepairable. The doctor said the patient was incurable. The marriage counselor said the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-10

Evangelistic Message

Contributed by Noel Atkinson on Jun 23, 2009

This is an evangelistic message presenting the truth of the resurrection from history. It examines the life of Jesus and his claims to be the son of God ending with the sinners prayer

Evangelistic sermon Something to challenge your thinking Let us open in prayer: <Pray that God will open our minds> As you know today is an evangelistic service. I was really worried about how to open the message. But then I realised; you guys have come here to have your views challenged. You ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-19

Denomination: Baptist