The Resurrection: Effected by the Power of God
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The resurrection is a central tenet of Christian theology, signifying the act of rising from the dead. It is primarily associated with the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is foundational to Christian faith, as well as the future resurrection of all believers. The resurrection is understood to be effected by the power of God, demonstrating His sovereignty over life and death.

Biblical Foundation

The resurrection of Jesus is recorded in all four Gospels, with each account affirming that it was accomplished by the power of God. In the Gospel of Matthew, an angel of the Lord descends from heaven, rolls back the stone, and sits on it, signifying divine intervention (Matthew 28:2). Mark's Gospel emphasizes the empty tomb and the angelic message that Jesus has risen (Mark 16:6). Luke records the words of the angels, "Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; He has risen!" (Luke 24:5-6). John highlights Jesus' post-resurrection appearances, further affirming His victory over death (John 20:19-29).

The Apostle Paul provides theological insight into the resurrection in his epistles. In 1 Corinthians 15:20-22 , Paul writes, "But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. For since death came through a man, the resurrection of the dead comes also through a man. For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive." This passage underscores the belief that the resurrection is a divine act, with Christ's resurrection serving as a guarantee of the future resurrection of believers.

Divine Power and Sovereignty

The resurrection is a demonstration of God's omnipotence. In Romans 6:4 , Paul states, "We were therefore buried with Him through baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may walk in newness of life." The phrase "through the glory of the Father" indicates that it was God's power and majesty that raised Jesus from the dead.

Furthermore, Ephesians 1:19-20 speaks of "the surpassing greatness of His power to us who believe. He exerted this power in Christ when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly realms." This passage highlights the same divine power that raised Christ as being at work in believers, affirming God's active role in the resurrection.

Theological Implications

The resurrection is not merely an event of the past but has ongoing implications for believers. It is a testament to the hope of eternal life and the assurance of victory over sin and death. In Philippians 3:10-11 , Paul expresses his desire "to know Christ and the power of His resurrection and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to Him in His death, and so, somehow, to attain to the resurrection from the dead." This reflects the transformative power of the resurrection in the life of a believer, enabling them to live in the light of Christ's victory.

The resurrection also serves as a cornerstone for Christian eschatology. In 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 , Paul describes the future resurrection: "For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a loud command, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. After that, we who are alive and remain will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air." This passage provides hope and assurance of the believer's future resurrection, effected by the same divine power that raised Jesus.

Conclusion

The resurrection, effected by the power of God, is a profound demonstration of His authority over life and death. It is central to the Christian faith, providing hope, assurance, and a promise of eternal life for all who believe. Through the resurrection, God reveals His ultimate plan for redemption and the restoration of creation.
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Matthew 22:29
Jesus answered and said to them, You do err, not knowing the scriptures, nor the power of God.
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The Resurrection of Christ; his Last Interview with his Disciples ...
... death; and lest they should suppose, when they heard of his resurrection, that he ...
him as passive in his ascension, that it was effected by the power of his ...
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The Two Covenants: the Transition
... It was "through the blood of the everlasting Covenant," with its atonement for sin,
and its destruction of sin's power, that God effected that resurrection. ...
/.../murray/the two covenants/chapter viii the two covenants .htm

The Power of the Holy Ghost
... resurrection of the dead, whilst it will be effected by the voice of God and of
his Word(the Son), shall also be brought about by the Spirit. The same power ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 1 1855/the power of the holy.htm

(On the Lord's Resurrection, ii. )
... of our nature should not be effected apart from it ... that by co-ordination of weakness
and power, the flesh ... even up to His (speedy) [1113] resurrection, to this ...
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Whether Christ's Resurrection is the Cause of the Resurrection of ...
... But this was effected by Christ's Passion, according to Apoc.1:5: "He ... Consequently,
Christ's Resurrection has instrumentally an effective power not only ...
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Proofs of the Resurrection from Isaiah and Ezekiel; the Same God ...
... vivifying our dead bodies, and promising resurrection to them ... fashioning [of man],
how it was effected, and manifesting ... same Word formed the visual power in him ...
/.../irenaeus/against heresies/chapter xv proofs of the resurrection.htm

The Holy Spirit in the Glorified Christ.
... three to Christ; for He compares our resurrection with His ... also as regards the working
whereby it was effected. ... where he speaks of "His mighty power" which He ...
/.../kuyper/the work of the holy spirit/xxiii the holy spirit in.htm

Messiah Rising from the Dead
... They declared His resurrection to the very people who ... unsupported by the patronage
of human power, yea, though ... by it, in every place, they effected that change ...
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The Mystical Meanings in the Proportions of Numbers, Geometrical ...
... whom the whole building, fitly joined together, groweth into an holy temple of God,"
[3361] according ... [3357] That is, resurrection effected by divine power. ...
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On the Resurrection, and the Judgment, the Fire of Hell, and ...
... is by the very change of the resurrection so incorruptible ... or conscience, receiving
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Why is the truth of the bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ so important? | GotQuestions.org

Why is the resurrection of Jesus Christ important? | GotQuestions.org

When will the Resurrection take place? | GotQuestions.org

Resurrection: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com

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The Resurrection of Christ: Effected by The Power of God

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The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to all the Apostles

The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to Apostles at the Sea of Tiberias

The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to Apostles in Galilee

The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to Apostles, Except Thomas

The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to Apostles, Thomas Being Present

The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to James

The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to Mary Magdalene

The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to Paul

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The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to The Women

The Resurrection of Christ: He Appeared After to Two Disciples

The Resurrection of Christ: He Gave Many Infallible Proofs of

The Resurrection of Christ: On the First Day of the Week

The Resurrection of Christ: On the Third Day After his Death

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The Resurrection of Christ: Saints: Desire to Know the Power of

The Resurrection of Christ: Saints: Shall Rise in the Likeness of

The Resurrection of Christ: Saints: should Keep, in Remembrance

The Resurrection of Christ: The Apostles: At First did not Understand the Predictions Respecting

The Resurrection of Christ: The Apostles: Reproved for Their Unbelief of

The Resurrection of Christ: The Apostles: Very Slow to Believe

The Resurrection of Christ: The First-Fruits of Our Resurrection

The Resurrection of Christ: The Truth of the Gospel Involved In

The Resurrection of Christ: Typified: Isaac

The Resurrection of Christ: Typified: Jonah

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The Resurrection of the Wicked, Shall be to Damnation

The Resurrection of the Wicked, Shall be to Shame and Everlasting Contempt

The Resurrection: A Doctrine of the Old Testament

The Resurrection: A First Principle of the Gospel

The Resurrection: Assumed and Proved by Our Lord

The Resurrection: Blessedness of Those Who Have Part in the First

The Resurrection: Called in Question by some in the Church

The Resurrection: Certainty of, Proved by the Resurrection of Christ

The Resurrection: Credibility of, Shown by the Resurrection of Individuals

The Resurrection: Denied by the Sadducees

The Resurrection: Effected by the Power of Christ

The Resurrection: Effected by the Power of God

The Resurrection: Effected by the Power of The Holy Spirit

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The Resurrection: Saints In, Shall: Be As the Angels

The Resurrection: Saints In, Shall: Be Glorified With Christ

The Resurrection: Saints In, Shall: Be Recompensed

The Resurrection: Saints In, Shall: Have Bodies Like Christ's

The Resurrection: Saints In, Shall: Have Glorious Bodies

The Resurrection: Saints In, Shall: Have Incorruptible Bodies

The Resurrection: Saints In, Shall: Have Powerful Bodies

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The Resurrection: Saints In, Shall: Rise First

The Resurrection: Saints In, Shall: Rise Through Christ

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The Resurrection: Shall be of all the Dead

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