Why the Physical Resurrection of Jesus Matters (Part IV)
The Cross and the Crown
In the last 8 chapters of Paul's letter to the Romans, we discover the continued emphasis that Paul places upon the resurrection of Jesus. How should this truth drive believers forward in hope, in spite of the thousand scenarios that may discourage us along the way?
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Why the Physical Resurrection of Jesus Matters (Part III)
The Cross and the Crown
In this session, we examine Paul's emphasis upon the resurrection in chapters 6-8 of Romans. Why does this subject matter? How does the physical resurrection of Jesus in history influence how we live in the present, with hopeful hearts upon the future?
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Why the Physical Resurrection of Jesus Matters (Part II)
The Cross and the Crown
In this 2nd part of exploring the resurrection of Christ, we begin to explore the priority Paul places upon the resurrection in his letter to the Romans.
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Why the Physical Resurrection of Jesus Matters (Part I)
The Cross and the Crown
Why is the resurrection of Jesus essential to Christianity? If the resurrection were not true, would there be any good news at all?
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The Miracles of Christ: The Resurrection
The Cross and the Crown
When the signs, wonders, and mighty works of Christ are recorded in Scripture, the resurrection stands as the crescendo of all his miracles. How does each gospel narrative grant us unique insight into knowing our Savior deeper?
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The Miracles of Christ: The Transfiguration
The Cross and the Crown
How do the transfiguration accounts of Jesus help us not only see the glory of Christ, but plunge us deeper in our walk with Christ? How is the cross central to discerning the meaning of the transfiguration?
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The Miracles of Christ: The Healing of the Paralytic
The Cross and the Crown
One of the most familiar miracles of Jesus is his healing of the paralytic. What does this miracle tell us about Jesus, the faith of the men willing to do whatever it took to help their friend come face-to-face with the Son of Man, and the surprising and glorious effects not only on the paralytic, but perhaps even Matthew's following Christ?
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The Miracles of Christ: Jesus' Power Over Demons
The Cross and the Crown
In this fast-paced narrative of Jesus' healing of the demoniac(s), what do we learn about the nature of Christ, the nature of demons, and the power of Christ to redeem? What can we learn from the man's reaction to Jesus after his healing? What can we learn to avoid from the reaction of the crowds?
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The Miracles of Christ: The Calming of the Storm
The Cross and the Crown
"Peace, be still!" These words of Jesus have resounded in the hearts and minds of believers for the entirety of church history. In examining each of the gospel narratives, what surprising details emerge that help us understand more about Jesus? Who is this, that he commands even winds and waters, and they obey him?
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The Miracles of Christ: The Healing of the Man Born Blind
The Cross and the Crown
"Once I was blind, but now I see!" The healing of the blind man in John 9 provides a foundation for exceptional truths revealed about Jesus. The narrative also provides an amazing account of the progression of the former blind man's understanding of who Jesus is, ending with an eruption of worship. All the while, the hearts of the Pharisees are exposed as blind.
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