THEME: I Am Fifth
Series: Branded!
TITLE: The Future of Love
Scripture: I Cor. 15:12-19, 50-57
I. THE MAIN EVENT
“After more than 700 hours studying this subject and thoroughly investigating its foundation, I have come to the conclusion that the resurrection of JC is one of the most wicked, vicious, heartless hoaxes ever foisted on the mind of men, OR it is the most fantastic fact of history.”
“Why couldn’t I refute Christianity? For a very simple reason: I am not able to explain away an event in history-the resurrection of Jesus Christ.” Both from Josh McDowell
Consequences if not physical resurrection:
1. Christ would not be (risen). Verse 13
2. Preaching would be (meaningless). Verse 14a
3. Faith in Christ would be (worthless). Verse 14b
4. All those who represent Christ or witness of Him would considered (liars).
II. THE GRAND FINALE
What do we know about heaven?
1) Heaven will be a place of pure and endless (pleasures). “In His presence is fullness of joy; at His right hand are pleasures forevermore.” Ps.16:11
2) Heaven will be a place of unbridled (joy and fulfillment). “And the ransomed of the Lord shall return and come to Zion singing; everlasting joy shall be upon their heads; they shall obtain gladness and joy, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away.” Is.35:10
Rev. 21:4-5
More of what we know about heaven:
1. The (Father) is there.
2. (Jesus Himself) will be seated at the right hand of the Father
3. Many (brothers and sisters) in Christ will be there too.
4. Our names are (recorded there).
5. Our (citizenship) is in heaven.
To sum it up: everything of (eternal worth) is in heaven.
NEXT WEEK: Series: Branded! (I John)
Sermon: Rest Assured- I John 3:19-24
