Aim: To follow Christ (even through each other) to ever-increasing glory.
Doctrine: The resurrection example teaches us how to suffer, die, and rise again (in Christ). This has been Paul's prior instruction and encouragement; all false ''gospels'' seek to circumvent this process.
Exegesis: The living truths of the resurrection example: success necessitates our embracing the cross (and not fleeing from it) (vv. 17-19); grace makes us current beneficiaries of heavenly living (vv. 20-21); perseverance requires that we believe God's promises (v. 1).
Further application: How to both follow and be resurrection models: imitate the faith of mature churchmen, and recognize that your religion will be noted and copied.
Key verse: v. 17 ''Brethren, join in following my example, and note those who so walk, as you have us for a pattern.''
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Rev. Mark Henninger received his Masters of Divinity from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, Illinois, and he has been Pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Peoria, Illinois for more than 30 years.