Did Jesus Rise?

Christians believe in the Resurrection. But did it happen? Let us assess 6 historical claims and reason to the best explanation. Join us as we explore the main topics of the Alpha Course.

The sermon today is titled "Did Jesus Rise?" This sermon is the seventh installment in our series "Asking For A Friend: Finding Answers To Big Questions." The Scripture reading is from John 20:1-9 and 1 Corinthians 15:1-8 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under BEGIN: A Loving Christ and LEARN: Christian Doctrine.

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Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):

• See the Alpha Course Guide for more.
• N. T. Wright, The Resurrection of the Son of God (Fortress Press).
• For more on historical claims and the resurrection, see espeically William Lane Craig and Gary Habermas.

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