You Believe the Resurrection. Have You Surrendered? - Death to Life - Matthew S7E4

You Believe the Resurrection. Have You Surrendered? - Death to Life - Matthew S7E4

October 19, 2026 · 43 min

The resurrection of Jesus changes everything.

In Matthew 27–28, we witness the burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the greatest victory in human history. From the empty tomb to the eyewitness accounts of Mary Magdalene and the Roman guards, we see that knowing the truth about Jesus is not the same as surrendering our lives to Him.

Through the contrasting responses to the resurrection, we are reminded that Jesus did not come simply to make us better people, but to make us new creations. While some chose to protect their earthly positions and possessions, Mary responded with worship and surrender. The same invitation remains for us today: to leave behind our old lives and follow the risen Savior.

The empty tomb is proof that Jesus is who He says He is and that His promises can be trusted. Because He conquered sin and death, no one is too far gone to experience forgiveness, freedom and new life in Christ.

📖 Scripture References:

- Matthew 27:57–66

- Matthew 28:1–15

- John 19:29–30

- 2 Corinthians 5:17

- Luke 8:2

- Matthew 7:21–23

- Matthew 16:26

- Psalm 103:12

- John 14:2–3

Sermon References:

- *Matthew 27: Why Did Jesus Have to Die?* — Pastor Joby Martin : https://youtu.be/j3ZT71jZea8

- *Saturated: Are You Sleeping in the Garden?* — Pastor Robby Gallaty : https://youtu.be/MrF0BwBJdWc

📌 Supplemental Resources From This Week:

• Full Sermon

• Deepen Podcast

• Grace's Story

• Matthew Season 7

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