The resurrection of Jesus stands as the cornerstone of the Christian faith and the foundation of our hope. The apostle Paul declared, “But now Christ is risen from the dead, and has become the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep” (1 Corinthians 15:20). Because He lives, we have the assurance that death is not the end. The empty tomb proclaims victory over sin and death, and it reminds every believer that we too will one day rise to live eternally with the Lord. This hope is not a wishful dream, but a confident expectation grounded in the power and promise of God (1 Peter 1:3). Through the resurrection, we have the assurance that life continues beyond the grave for all who are in Christ.

In 1 Thessalonians 4:13–14, Paul comforted the early Christians by writing, “But I do not want you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning those who have fallen asleep, lest you sorrow as others who have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so God will bring with Him those who sleep in Jesus.” The resurrection gives us reason to face death without fear and to endure the trials of life with faith. When loved ones in Christ pass away, we grieve, but not without hope. We know that there will be a great day of reunion and resurrection when the Lord returns. As Jesus Himself said, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live” (John 11:25).

This hope should change the way we live each day. Knowing that our earthly bodies will one day be raised in glory (1 Corinthians 15:42–44) motivates us to live faithfully and righteously before God. The resurrection reminds us that our labor in the Lord is not in vain (1 Corinthians 15:58). Our hope is not anchored in this temporary world but in the eternal life promised through Christ Jesus. Because He arose, we can look beyond the grave with confidence, knowing that we, too, will rise to meet the Lord in the air and be with Him forever (1 Thessalonians 4:17). Truly, the resurrection gives meaning to our faith, strength to our trials, and joy to our hearts. In Christ, we have a living hope through His victory over death—a hope that will never fade away.

Because He lives, we too shall live, and that is the greatest hope of all.