The Power of the Resurrection for Salvation (Ephesians 1:15-2:9)
THEME: “God’s great power is displayed in Jesus’ resurrection and can be experienced by us.”
I. God’s Power Displayed
A. Jesus’ Resurrection (John 11:11)
B. Jesus’ Exaltation (Romans 1:4; Philippians 2:9-11; Matthew 28:18; Psalm 2)
II. God’s Power Experienced
A. The Hold of Death
1. Sin’s Pattern
2. Sin’s Power
3. Sin’s Prevalence
4. Sin’s Pull
5. Sin’s Punishment (Romans 1:18; Acts 17:31)
B. The Resurrection to Life
1. The Author – God (Isaiah 59:16; John 14:6; Isaiah 43:11; Acts 4:12)
2. The Basis for Life – Mercy, Love, Grace
3. The Path of Life (Ephesians 2:8-9; Matthew 5:3-6; 1 Peter 1:3-5)
Who is the Master of your life?