The Resurrection: The Verdict of History
Eric Marvin, Pastor
In this week’s message, Pastor Eric Marvin walks us through the resurrection of Jesus (Matthew 27:62–28:15): the defining moment in God’s story and the foundation of the Christian faith.
Beginning with a sweeping view of Scripture, we see how the entire Bible tells one unified story. From the promise of victory in Genesis, to the blessing through Abraham, to the eternal kingdom promised to David, to the suffering servant in Isaiah: every part of God’s story points forward to this moment.
At the resurrection, everything comes together. Jesus is not only the fulfillment of prophecy, but the risen King who conquers sin, death, and every earthly authority.
Through Matthew’s account, we also see the response to the resurrection. Despite overwhelming evidence, some chose to suppress the truth and maintain control, while others surrendered and believed. This tension reveals a deeper reality: the resurrection is not just an event to observe, but a truth that demands a response.
The resurrection confronts every one of us with a decision: will we reject it and hold onto control, or will we believe and submit to the risen King?
