Jesus Christ 6

Page 1: Jesus Christ

The Resurrection

• Focuses on the event of Jesus' resurrection, a key doctrine in Christianity.

Page 2: Recap

Key Questions Addressed

• Purpose of Miracles in Roman Catholicism

  • Evidences of God's presence and glory.

  • Catalysts for faith and transformation.

• Example of a Miracle

  • Any specific miracle demonstrates Jesus' divine authority (e.g., healing the sick).

• Limitations of Miracles

  • Miracles alone do not equal divine confirmation; individual beliefs may vary and some may see them as mere stories.

Page 3: Resurrection

Significance of Resurrection

• Central question in Christianity: Did Jesus die and then live again?

• Resurrection establishes Jesus as both a martyr and divine teacher.

• If he rose, it affirms his role as liberator of humanity.

Page 4: Resurrection Narrative

Biblical Testimony

• 1 Corinthians as Evidence

  • Early testimony by Paul: ‘Christ died for our sins... and was raised on the third day.’

• Sequence of appearances:

  1. Appeared to Peter.

  2. Appeared to disciples.

  3. Appeared to 500 people.

  4. Appeared to James and the apostles.

  5. Paul claims his encounter with the resurrected Jesus despite not knowing him before.

Page 5: Resurrection Narrative

Women's Role

• All gospels report women discovered the empty tomb first.

• Specific mention of Mary Magdalene's experience: asked, ‘Why do you look for the living among the dead?’

• Women rush to inform the disciples; initial disbelief recorded by Mark and Luke.

Page 6: Resurrection Narrative

Appearances to Disciples

• Resurrected Jesus on the road to Emmaus; his pierced hands did not convince them initially.

• Jesus reiterates teachings from the Last Supper to trigger belief.

• John's account of disciples hiding; Jesus appears and asserts peace, revealing his hands and feet.

Page 7: Resurrection Narrative

Thomas' Doubt

• Thomas’ skepticism noted; he demands physical proof.

• Jesus invites him to touch his wounds; Thomas subsequently declares, ‘My Lord and my God!’

Page 8: Was He Really Resurrected?

Scholarly Views

• Rudolph Bultmann's argument against a physical resurrection.

• Disciples' actions before resurrection suggest doubt rather than eagerness to proclaim Jesus’ divinity.

• Noteworthy is the transformation in the disciples' beliefs and reported encounters with Jesus post-resurrection.

Page 9: Was He Really Resurrected?

Historicity of Women's Testimonies

• The account of women meeting the resurrected Jesus challenges bias against female testimony in their society.

• Questions the credibility of fabricated accounts if they elevate women's perspectives.

Page 10: Implications of Resurrection

Influences on Doctrine

• Impacts understanding of Jesus as the Son of God.

• Validates authority of Jesus' moral teachings.

• Reinforces Jesus' role as a liberator, particularly for marginalized groups.

Page 11: Confirmation of Divinity

Theological Insights

• Paul’s depiction of Jesus’ resurrection as ‘first fruits’ signifies potential for all creation's redemption.

• Resurrection serves as confirmation of divine sonship.

• Wolfhart Pannenberg emphasizes resurrection as a prophetic sign of God’s unfolding creation.

Page 12: ‘Blessed Are Those Who Have Not Seen’

Faith Beyond Sight

• Jesus addresses Thomas’ doubt highlighting belief without sight.

• Resurrection is integral to Christianity’s proclamation of Jesus as divine.

Page 13: Extension Analysis Structure

Structuring Arguments

• Explanation: Clarifies the concept.

• Point: States the main argument.

• Evidence: Provides supporting details or examples.

• Link: Connects back to the main argument.

• Analysis: Explores implications or interpretations.

• Evaluation: Assesses strength or weaknesses of points made.