Summary: A message that answers the skeptics question about Jesus’ resurrection.

IS THE RESURRECTION REAL?

John 20:1-18

INTRO: In today’s modern religion and the modern life of our times there is much disbelief that Christ was resurrected and lives today.

Today, we want to look at what the Bible says about the resurrection and what our predicament would be today if he had not arose.

I. IT IS BIBLICAL.

A. The Scripture account.

1. All four Gospels give an account of the resurrection.

2. Jesus predicted it (Matt. 20:19).

3. The Disciples preached it (Rom. 6:5).

4. Redemption demanded it.

II. SUPPOSE IT ISN’T REAL?

A. Our worship is in vain.

1. Our faith is based upon it.

2. Without it, we wouldn’t have any hope.

B. God has the power necessary.