1. The Promise of Resurrection from the Dead

Explores the Old Testament concept of Sheol and the afterlife. Then examines glimmers of hope of resurrection that appear in Job and the Psalms, Hosea, and Isaiah. Looks at Ezekiel's valley of dry bones, resurrection in Daniel, and in first century Judaism. Outlines Jesus' teaching on the resurrection of the dead, Jesus as the agent of resurrection, his promise of his own resurrection. Also compares first century ideas of the third day vs. three days.

What is Resurrection and Easter Faith?

The validity of the Christian faith rests on the premise that God raised Jesus from the dead. But did that happen? This podcast explores the arguments for and against the resurrection, and concludes that the case for Jesus' resurrection from the dead is strong and powerful.