This whole chapter of 1 Corinthians 15 contains the apostle Paul's defense of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. So convinced was he of the reality of it, that, you can feel the intensity of his words. He really believed in it. And why shouldn't he, when on the road to Damascus, he came in contact with our risen Lord. (Acts 9)
And the question for us today is: "Why aren't we as adamant about it, as Paul was?" Why isn't it the main focus of our conversation with the world?
In 1 Corinthians 15, we find a solid argument for the resurrection of Jesus Christ, that we can use, when we are discussing the topic with those who are skeptical, or totally unbelieving. We must remember to always "speak the truth in love" (Ephesians 4:15)
But the greatest evidence of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, will be seen in how He delivers us from sin, which is the "sting of death", and gives us the victory, to live a life that contains eternal joy and peace, even in the midst of severe trials.
Such joy and peace the world cannot know apart from knowing Christ. And just as Christ brings us salvation from sin, along with it, the reality of eternal life. It is indeed a personal experience, but one that will cause one to shout emphatically: "But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the first fruits of them that slept." (v.20) GP
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