Did Jesus Really Rise from the Dead?

According to the western calendar, while in countries such as the former USSR and Ukraine, Easter celebrations take place at the end of this week.

I have shared elsewhere about my genuine concerns over Bishop N. T. Wright and what is called “the new perspective on Paul.” However, on some issues, the man is without doubt an outstanding scholar who has much insight to share. Here is evidence of that as he presents a lecture defending the reliability and historicity of the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

(The introductions are a little lengthy. Wright’s presentation begins just after the 8 minute mark)

Happy Resurrection Day!

My favorite hymn…

Before the throne of God above
I have a strong and perfect plea
A great high Priest whose Name is Love
Who ever lives and pleads for me
My name is graven on His hands
My name is written on His heart
I know that while in heaven He stands
No tongue can bid me thence depart

When Satan tempts me to despair
And tells me of the guilt within
Upward I look and see Him there
Who made an end of all my sin
Because the sinless Savior died
My sinful soul is counted free
For God the just is satisfied
To look on Him and pardon me

Behold Him there the risen Lamb
My perfect spotless righteousness
The great unchangeable I AM
The King of glory and of grace
One with Himself I cannot die
My soul is purchased by His blood
My life is hid with Christ on high
With Christ my Savior and my God