“He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay.” – Matthew 28:6
Bible Verses About Jesus Rising
The Promise of Resurrection
As followers of Christ, we find immense hope in the promise of resurrection. It confirms that death does not have the final word. Jesus’s own resurrection serves as a reassuring commitment that we too will rise again. This promise is not merely a future event but a catalyst for how we live today. We can trust in His faithful word and find comfort in knowing that our own lives carry the promise of eternal resurrection. Just as Jesus rose, we will also rise, a truth that transforms our present circumstances and helps us to embrace life fully.
John 11:25
“Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die;'” – John 11:25
1 Thessalonians 4:14
“For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him.” – 1 Thessalonians 4:14
Romans 6:5
“For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we will certainly also be united with him in a resurrection like his.” – Romans 6:5
1 Corinthians 15:20
“But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep.” – 1 Corinthians 15:20
Revelation 1:18
“I am the Living One; I was dead, and now look, I am alive for ever and ever! And I hold the keys of death and Hades.” – Revelation 1:18
The Victory Over Death
The resurrection of Jesus marks the triumph over death, bringing light into what was once shrouded in darkness. We can celebrate this victory because it assures us that through Him, our sins are forgiven and we have access to eternal life. This victory gives us the power to face our daily struggles; we can approach life with renewed hope, knowing that the grave is not the end. Death has been defeated, leaving us with the promise of life everlasting. Our faith is rooted in His incredible act of love and sacrifice, which transforms everything for us.
1 Corinthians 15:55
“Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?” – 1 Corinthians 15:55
Hebrews 2:14-15
“Since the children have flesh and blood, he too shared in their humanity so that by his death he might break the power of him who holds the power of death—that is, the devil—and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death.” – Hebrews 2:14-15
Romans 8:38-39
“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” – Romans 8:38-39
Colossians 2:15
“And having disarmed the powers and authorities, he made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross.” – Colossians 2:15
Philippians 1:21
“For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.” – Philippians 1:21
The Assurance of Eternal Life
In understanding Jesus’s rising, we find assurance in eternal life. This assurance allows us to live without fear and with the confidence that our relationship with Him empowers us for what lies ahead. Jesus provides the way to eternal life through His resurrection, creating a bridge between our earthly lives and our heavenly destination. Knowing this makes our Christian walk more than just about today; it gives us an eternal perspective. Let us embrace this truth and share it with others, encouraging them to find their hope in the risen Christ.
John 3:16
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” – John 3:16
John 6:40
“For my Father’s will is that everyone who looks to the Son and believes in him shall have eternal life, and I will raise them up at the last day.” – John 6:40
2 Peter 3:9
“The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come