A lesson on the vitality of the resurrection to the gospel. If Christ had not risen, our belief would be in vain; but Christ has risen! Moreover, He has authority to bring the dead back to life, as we see illustrated with the raising up of Lazarus. Because of this we are not without hope. Christ demonstrated His love in that He died for us while we were yet sinners, bearing our iniquities upon Himself. And now we who are in Christ await eagerly for that day when we will be raised up with Him in glory. Nothing can separate us from His love - not even death!