The Questions of Easter | I Corinthians 15:1-11 | Pastor Neil McClendon

Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Questions of EasterI Corinthians 15:1-111. What is the Gospel? v. 1-2Six experiences with the Gospel...1) preached to you2) you received it3) in which you stand4) by which you are being saved5) if you hold fast6) unless you believed in vain2. What is important or ultimate, v. 3-7Here is what the good news says is important...a)Christ died for our sins“The wisdom of God has ordained a way for the love of God to deliver us from thewrath of God without compromising the justice of God.”- John Pipera)b) He was buriedb) c). He was raisedThe resurrection means two things:1) the death of Jesus was enough2) we get to live a new lifeRomans 6:4d) He appeared3. Is the Bible reliable and can it be trusted? v. 3-4“...in accordance with the Scriptures.”Examples of the Bible’s reliability...1) historical reliability2) internal consistency3) spiritual authenticity4) prophetic reliability5) scientific reliabilityEcclesiastes 1:7Psalm 1:1-34. Does your past feel bigger than your future? v. 8-9I Corinthians 15:10Mental worship...1 Does the Gospel alter or affect the way you actually live your life?2 Who or what has clarified your view of what is important?3 How often do you experience this “newness of life” the Bible talks about?4 Are there areas of your life where its hard to trust the Bible?5 Do you have a “because” that you think disqualifies you from the promises of theGospel?Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube