On Sunday, May 18, 2025, Cole led the morning Bible class in a study of 1 Corinthians, focusing on the resurrection of Jesus. The class explored why the resurrection is central to the Christian faith, what it would mean if Christ had not been raised, and how the puzzling phrase “baptism for the dead” fits into Paul’s larger argument. Cole emphasized how the resurrection validates our hope, gives purpose to our faith, and clarifies complex theological ideas through the lens of Christ’s victory over death.
Talking Points:
- Why the resurrection is essential to Christian belief
- The consequences if Jesus had not been raised from the dead
- Interpreting “baptism for the dead” in its context
- The resurrection as a source of hope and purpose
- How Paul defends bodily resurrection and its implications