The Gospel Changes Everything – John 20:1–18; Acts 9:1–19; 1 Corinthians 15:1–11

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Easter is more than a special Sunday. It is the declaration that Jesus Christ is alive. The empty tomb is the foundation of our hope, salvation, and faith.

Because Jesus rose from the dead, grace is available. Lives can change. Hope is possible. The risen Christ still saves, still changes hearts, and still gives new life today.

Jesus Rose from the Dead – John 20:1–18

She came in sorrow – v. 1

  • Grieving. In darkness
  • Without expectation

She Found an Empty Tomb – vv. 2–10

  • Stone moved. Grave clothes left
  • Death defeated

She Met the Living Christ – vv. 11–18

  • Called by name
  • Sorrow turned to joy
  • Sent to tell

Jesus Demonstrated True Grace – Acts 9:1–19

Saul was an enemy of Christ – vv. 1–2

  • Opposing the gospel. Persecuting believers
  • Blind to his true condition

Jesus Stopped Saul in His Tracks – vv. 3–9

  • Heaven broke into his rebellion
  • Christ confronted his sin
  • Saul bowed before the risen Lord

Grace Made Saul a New Man – vv. 10–19

  • His eyes were opened
  • His sins were forgiven
  • His life was forever changed

Jesus Gives New Life Today – 1 Corinthians 15:1–11

Christ must be received by faith – vv. 1–2

  • Receive the gospel
  • Believe in Christ
  • Stand in true saving faith

Christ died for our sins – v. 3

  • He took our place
  • He paid for sin
  • He fulfilled Scripture

Christ was buried and raised – v. 4

  • His burial proved that He died
  • His resurrection proved He lives
  • His resurrection secured salvation

Christ was seen, received, and proclaimed vv. 5–11

  • The risen Christ still changes lives
  • Grace still reaches the undeserving
  • Grace still produces faithful messengers

The Gospel Changes Everything

  • The Gospel gives forgiveness to all of us…as sinners.
  • The Gospel gives joy and hope instead of emptiness
  • The Gospel gives the passion and purpose to follow Christ daily.
  • The Gospel gives us the discipline and diligence to live a holy life
  • The Gospel gives the desire to serve and minister to others
  • The Gospel gives confidence and the conviction to share Christ with others.
  • The Gospel gives the strength and courage to press on this side of heaven

The Gospel Changes Everything

  • Know Christ
  • Come to Christ
  • Follow After Christ
  • Daily Live for Christ

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