Word of Life Church Podcast Children of the Resurrection
Nov 9, 2025
Explore the profound implications of Jesus’ teachings on resurrection, revealing how patriarchs like Abraham are alive to God. Delve into the Sadducees' challenge and Jesus' unique insights on marriage in the afterlife. Discover the transformation from physical to spiritual bodies, drawing from Paul and John’s perspectives. C.S. Lewis’ reflections connect earthly experiences to heavenly realities, emphasizing that believers enter resurrection immediately at death. Finally, see communion as a participation in the divine, bridging the earthly and the eternal.
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Resurrection Hidden In The Torah
- Jesus argues resurrection is implied in the Torah because God says "I am the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob."
- Jesus concludes those patriarchs "are alive to God," meaning they already participate in resurrection.
Bear Lake Reflection Parable
- Brian Zahnd describes a clear reflection at Bear Lake to illustrate heaven/earth relation.
- He uses the upside-down photo to show the reflection (heaven) sustains the visible scene (earth).
Dual Nature Of Human Existence
- Gregory of Nazianzus frames humans as dual-natured: earthly bodies and heavenly breath.
- Zahnd highlights we are "insecure and immortal," a pilgrimage from earthly fragility toward union with God.
