1 Corinthians 15:3–5: For I delivered to you first of all that which I also received: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures, and that He was seen by Cephas, then by the twelve.
First of all means “of first importance.” The Gospel is the most important message that the church ever proclaims. While it is good to be involved in social action and the betterment of mankind, there is no reason why these ministries should preempt the Gospel. “Christ died … He was buried … He rose again … He was seen” are the basic historical facts on which the Gospel stands. “Christ died for our sins” (author’s italics) is the theological explanation of the historical facts. Many people were crucified by the Romans, but only one “victim” ever died for the sins of the world. 1
Application
- Read Psalm 16:9-11. What predicted promise makes your confident that Christ actually rose from the dead?
- How does His resurrection affect the reality of your eternal future?
THOUGHT TO SHARE
Thought to Share
The security of the believer is found by living daily in His presence. – TWEET IT
Prayer
Lord, it is Your certain promises about the future, that help me to live day by day. Thank You.
1. Wiersbe, W. W. (1996). The Bible exposition commentary. Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.