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1 Corinthians 15:1-9
Some people claim that the teaching and moral example of Jesus is the only thing that really matters, not whether or not He actually rose from the dead – but the Apostle Paul wrote, “If Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is in vain and your faith is in vain.” God's Word not only affirms that the Resurrection is historical and verifiable, but also essential to the Christian faith.

1 Corinthians 15:1-9
The Apostles’ Creed declares this great truth about the Lord Jesus Christ: “The third day He rose again from the dead.” But at first, the Apostles did not believe the reports of His Resurrection. They thought these accounts seemed like “nonsense and idle tales” – and today, the world is filled with people who think the same thing.

Jonah 4
Every preacher longs for people to respond to their ministry like Nineveh did – but not Jonah. Join Dr. Harry Reeder next time on InPerspective as he explains why Jonah was so angry about God’s mercy toward Ninevah – and examines God's gracious persuasion of the pouting prophet.

Ephesians 4:7-10
When Peter tried to defend the Lord from those sent to arrest Him, Jesus said, “Put your sword into its sheath; shall I not drink the cup that the Father has given me?” All of us deserve the full measure of God’s wrath and judgment for our sin. But Jesus drank the bitter cup of God’s wrath in our place, and suffered the full punishment for the sins of His people, so that we could receive the gift of eternal life.

Ephesians 4:7-10
"He descended into hell" – this short phrase in the Apostles' Creed has generated much confusion and misunderstanding among Christians, even today. What does the Apostles Creed really mean by saying Jesus descended into hell? Where was Jesus in the three days from His death to His Resurrection? Stay tuned as we shine the light of God's Word upon this controversial confessional declaration.

Philippians 2:5-11
Many people believe that Christianity is all about Jesus' teachings and miraculous deeds, but Anglican bishop J.C. Ryle wrote, "In vain is Christ's life and miracles and preaching, if Christ had not at last died for us. We need not merely a teacher, but an atonement, and the death of a substitute." Our eternal hope rests upon this declaration in the Apostles' Creed: “He was crucified, dead, and buried.”

Philippians 2:5-11
In one of his great hymns, Charles Wesley wrote, "Amazing love! How can it be, That Thou, my God, shouldst die for me?" We likewise should be similarly overwhelmed by the amazing love of our Lord Jesus Christ, in willingly going to the cross to suffer an agonizing death by crucifixion, and shedding His blood for the complete forgiveness of all our sins.

John 18:28-19:16
A judge sentences a guilty offender to a punishment that fits the crime – but Jesus allowed Himself to be sentenced to death to suffer the punishment for OUR offenses against an infinitely holy God. Even though He committed no wrongdoing, Jesus received the unjust sentence of death by crucifixion, in order that we who trust in Him might live forever.

Jonah 3
The story of Jonah is a story of God's grace, mercy, and loving persistence and pursuit. Join Dr. Harry Reeder next time on InPerspective as he examines God’s pardoning power toward the notoriously wicked city of Nineveh, as well as the disobedient prophet Jonah.

John 18:28-19:16
The religious leaders and people of Israel heard the teaching of Jesus and witnessed His miracles. And yet, when Pontius Pilate offered to release one prisoner to them, they chose the condemned robber and insurrectionist Barabbas instead of Jesus. Although these events took place centuries ago, every person today faces a similar choice: What will I do with Jesus Christ?