THE ADVANCING CHURCH: Advancing by the Power of His Resurrection

“And with great power the apostles gave witness to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus. And great grace was upon them all.” (Acts 4:33, NKJV)

I. IT MAKES A STATEMENT ON THE PERSON AND PRINCIPLES OF JESUS

A. It is the mark of Jesus’ divine sonship
B. It is the seal of the Father’s acceptance of the Son
C. It is the demonstration of Jesus’ victory
D. It is the illustration of incorruptibility

II. IT MAKES A STATEMENT ON THE PERSON OF THE BELIEVER

A. It proves your Justification
B. It illustrates God’s power
C. It provides a High Priest for you
D. It begets a living hope
E. It guarantees your resurrection

God demands that you:

• Courageously witness to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus
• Courageously live the resurrection life on daily basis

NOTE:
When we witness to the resurrection with great power, God will release great grace upon us!