Brian Rosner on Why Did Jesus Rise?

We all know that Jesus died on the cross to procure our forgiveness through his atoning death, but why did he rise from the dead? Apocalyptic party trick? Proof of life after death? Something to use to mess up anti-supernaturalistic theologians?

Well, Brian Rosner has a good little piece on why Jesus rose from the dead, read it here.

Here’s a tidbit from the end:

More soberingly, as we know the power of Jesus’ resurrection in our lives here-and-now, we should also expect to share in his sufferings (Philippians 3:10). Resurrection life is no walk in the park. To be raised with Christ means that we must also die with him to living in ways marked by pure self-interest. Love can be costly and the final victory over sin, death and the devil does not come until the day our own resurrection bodies come off the production line.