Lord's Day 17 — Tuesday: Raised to New Life in Christ
Lord's Day 17: The Resurrection
Tuesday — Raised to New Life in Christ
The Catechism
Q45. How does Christ's resurrection benefit us?
First, by his resurrection he has overcome death, so that he could make us share in the righteousness which he had obtained for us by his death. 1 Second, by his power we too are raised up to a new life. 2 Third, Christ's resurrection is to us a sure pledge of our glorious resurrection. 3 1. Rom 4:25; 1 Cor 15:16-20; 1 Pet 1:3-5. 2. Rom 6:5-11; Eph 2:4-6; Col 3:1-4. 3. Rom 8:11; 1 Cor 15:12-23; Phil 3:20, 21.
Today's Emphasis
The resurrection is not only about future hope but present transformation. We are raised with Christ to walk in newness of life now. This is the power of sanctification at work in the believer.
Scripture Readings
Romans 6:4-5
"We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life. For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we shall certainly be united with him in a resurrection like his."
Colossians 3:1-2
"If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth."
From the Reformers
Martin Luther (Lectures on Romans)
"The resurrection of Christ is not only a miracle that happened to Him, but a power that works in us. We are raised with Him to a new life, a life of righteousness and holiness."
Reflection Questions
• What does 'walking in newness of life' look like in your daily routine this week?
• Where are you tempted to set your mind on earthly things rather than heavenly realities? How can you redirect your focus?
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