The Resurrection   John 11:25-26

This post concerns Jesus as the resurrection.

‘The Resurrection’ as a post explores what Jesus meant when He said, “I am the resurrection.” When Lazarus became ill, his sisters informed Jesus who knew in advance what would happen, John 11:4. “This illness does not lead to death. It is for the glory of God, so that the Son of God may be glorified through it.”

He delayed for two days and then started toward Bethany. The surprised disciples warned that the Jews would stone Him. Jesus replied that He needed to work while the sun shone. Then, He explained to the disciples, John 11:11. “Our friend Lazarus has fallen asleep, but I go to awaken him.”  The disciples did not understand until Jesus explained, John 11:14-15. “Lazarus has died, and for your sake I am glad that I was not there, so that you may believe. But let us go to him.”

When Jesus arrived, He found that Lazarus had been dead four days. Martha came to meet Him and said that if Jesus had been there, Lazarus would not have died. Jesus comforted her, John 11:23. “Your brother will rise again.” Martha thought He meant the final resurrection.

Then, Jesus explained, John 11:25-26. “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die.” This caused Martha to confess her faith, John 11:27. “I believe that you are the Christ, the Son of God,” Then, Jesus raised Lazarus.

The Apostle Paul explained the meaning of Jesus as the resurrection and the Life, Colossians 3:4. “When Christ who is your life appears, then you also will appear with him in glory.” Thus, for Christ to be the resurrection means that He will exert His power to raise the faithful for a home in heaven with Him at the final judgment scene.

So, what did we learn?

1.Jesus has the power to cause a resurrection.

2.At judgment, the saved will be resurrected for a home with Jesus in heaven.

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