Summary
This sermon, “Prepare For Life,” delivered on Resurrection Sunday, emphasizes that we were created not for death but for eternal life with God. Pastor David Fisher highlights that eternal life begins now, not just after physical death, and centers on knowing God intimately. He contrasts common cultural beliefs about death with biblical truth, asserting that death is a result of sin, not a natural part of life. The resurrection of Jesus is presented as the definitive victory over death, offering believers a new way of living. The message encourages believers to start preparing for life—true life in Christ—through intimacy with God, baptism, and daily spiritual renewal.
Key Points
- We were created to live, not die—eternal life begins now by knowing God intimately.
- Death is not a natural part of life but a consequence of sin; Jesus’ resurrection reversed that.
- Cultural views of preparing for death (like bucket lists) are misguided; we must prepare for life in Christ instead.
- Jesus’ sinless death and resurrection fulfilled God’s preordained plan to cancel our sin debt and offer new life.
- Believers are called to act with joy and confidence, living victoriously through the power of the resurrection.
Bible Verses Referenced
- Genesis 1:26 – God creating man in His own image.
- John 17:3 – Eternal life defined as knowing God and Jesus Christ.
- 1 Corinthians 2:7-8 – The mystery of God’s wisdom and the crucifixion.
- Romans 6:4 – Baptism symbolizing being raised to walk in newness of life.
- Philippians 3:10-11 – Knowing Christ and the power of His resurrection.
- 1 Corinthians 15:54-57 – Victory over death through Jesus Christ.
- Romans 8:11 – The Spirit that raised Jesus will also give life to our mortal bodies.
Read the full sermon transcript here.
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