Most of us would probably admit that, ideally, we’d like to have something corrected or changed about our bodies. From our weight to our hair to an allergy or a disease, we all recognize that our bodies are not perfect. Yet, we also might not be too sure about what a “perfect” body would be.
As we learned last week, the Christian church believes in the resurrection of the dead. That is the joy of Easter! This means that in addition to the resurrection of Jesus Christ, we believe that when Jesus comes again, there will be a resurrection of all who have believed in Christ. Our present, imperfect, physical bodies will be raised and made whole. Somehow, by the mysterious power of God, our bodies will become immortal and spiritual, and yet also be physical. That's amazing!
As we’ll see this week, we do not know what this transformation will look like, but we can be assured that it will be good. It will have all the necessary features that God has in mind for us. It will also be perfect.
When Jesus comes again, each of our bodies – even though they may be dead and buried and decayed or turned to dust – will be “raised imperishable...raised in glory...raised in power...raised a spiritual body.” Through the power of God, our new bodies will have flesh and bones and even be able to eat food like the resurrected Jesus did when he met with his disciples.
It is hard to imagine, yet we know that it is one of the joys we have to look forward to. I can’t wait to see you all again on Sunday to study these things together. And remember, even though Easter has come and gone, it doesn’t mean you should take a break from inviting friends and neighbors. Keep up the great work!
Grace & Peace,
Pastor Aaron
As we learned last week, the Christian church believes in the resurrection of the dead. That is the joy of Easter! This means that in addition to the resurrection of Jesus Christ, we believe that when Jesus comes again, there will be a resurrection of all who have believed in Christ. Our present, imperfect, physical bodies will be raised and made whole. Somehow, by the mysterious power of God, our bodies will become immortal and spiritual, and yet also be physical. That's amazing!
As we’ll see this week, we do not know what this transformation will look like, but we can be assured that it will be good. It will have all the necessary features that God has in mind for us. It will also be perfect.
When Jesus comes again, each of our bodies – even though they may be dead and buried and decayed or turned to dust – will be “raised imperishable...raised in glory...raised in power...raised a spiritual body.” Through the power of God, our new bodies will have flesh and bones and even be able to eat food like the resurrected Jesus did when he met with his disciples.
It is hard to imagine, yet we know that it is one of the joys we have to look forward to. I can’t wait to see you all again on Sunday to study these things together. And remember, even though Easter has come and gone, it doesn’t mean you should take a break from inviting friends and neighbors. Keep up the great work!
Grace & Peace,
Pastor Aaron
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