Lesson 210: 1 Corinthians 15:55
The Blueprint — The Verse
“Where, O Death, is your victory? Where, O Death, is your sting?”
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The Context — The History
Paul's resurrection chapter taunts death with Hosea's victory language. Christian hope at Corinth challenged by Greek disdain for bodily resurrection finds triumph in Christ the firstfruits.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
After describing the resurrection body and victory over the last enemy, PaulAlso known as the Apostle Paul or Saul of Tarsus, he is the most influential missionary and writer of the New Testament. Originally a Pharisee who persecuted Christians, Paul experienced a dramatic encounter with the risen Jesus and became a devoted messenger of the gospel. He traveled widely, planted churches across the Roman world, and wrote letters that form a... More quotes Scripture mockingly: death's sting is sin, sin's power is law, but thanks be to God who gives victory through JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus provides atonement, salvation, and restored relationship with God. He is... More.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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But when this perishable body will have become imperishable, and this mortal will have put on immortality, then what is written will happen: “Death is swallowed up in victory.”
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The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law.
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Discussion
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How does resurrection hope change how you face mortality?
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What 'sting' of death do you feel in loss or fear?
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How can you proclaim Christ's victory to grieving people?
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