Topical Encyclopedia The miracles of resurrection performed by Jesus Christ are among the most profound demonstrations of His divine authority and power over life and death. These miraculous events not only affirmed His identity as the Son of God but also foreshadowed His own resurrection and the promise of eternal life for believers. The Gospels record several instances where Jesus raised individuals from the dead, each serving a unique purpose in His ministry and revealing different aspects of His compassion and authority.1. The Raising of Jairus' Daughter (Mark 5:21-43; Matthew 9:18-26; Luke 8:40-56) One of the earliest recorded resurrections performed by Jesus is the raising of Jairus' daughter. Jairus, a synagogue leader, approached Jesus with desperation, pleading for the healing of his dying daughter. While Jesus was on His way to Jairus' house, news came that the girl had died. Undeterred, Jesus continued to the house, where He found mourners weeping. He declared, "The child is not dead, but asleep" (Mark 5:39). Taking her by the hand, He said, "Talitha koum!" which means, "Little girl, I say to you, get up!" (Mark 5:41). Immediately, the girl arose and began to walk, astonishing all who were present. This miracle demonstrated Jesus' power over death and His sensitivity to human grief. 2. The Raising of the Widow's Son at Nain (Luke 7:11-17) In the town of Nain, Jesus encountered a funeral procession for the only son of a widow. Moved by compassion, He approached the bier and touched it, saying, "Young man, I say to you, get up!" (Luke 7:14). The dead man sat up and began to speak, and Jesus gave him back to his mother. This miracle not only highlighted Jesus' compassion for the grieving but also His authority to restore life. The people who witnessed this event were filled with awe and glorified God, acknowledging Jesus as a great prophet and recognizing that "God has visited His people" (Luke 7:16). 3. The Raising of Lazarus (John 11:1-44) Perhaps the most well-known resurrection miracle is that of Lazarus, a close friend of Jesus. When Jesus received news of Lazarus' illness, He delayed His visit, stating, "This sickness will not end in death. No, it is for God’s glory, so that the Son of God may be glorified through it" (John 11:4). By the time Jesus arrived, Lazarus had been in the tomb for four days. In the presence of a grieving crowd, Jesus declared, "I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in Me will live, even though he dies" (John 11:25). He then called Lazarus from the tomb, commanding, "Lazarus, come out!" (John 11:43). Lazarus emerged, still wrapped in burial cloths, a living testament to Jesus' power over death and a precursor to His own resurrection. These miracles of resurrection performed by Jesus Christ serve as powerful testimonies to His divine nature and His mission to bring life and hope to a fallen world. Each event not only provided immediate relief to those who mourned but also pointed to the greater reality of eternal life through faith in Him. Nave's Topical Index Matthew 28:6He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay. Nave's Topical Index Mark 16:6 Luke 24:6 John 20:1-18 Library O Lord Jesus Christ, the Resurrection and the Life of the World... The Life of Jesus Christ in Its Historical Connexion Of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, the Sending of the Apostles ... Conclusions Jesus as the Christ of the Creator Proved from the ... The Resurrection of Lazarus. --The Prayer of Christ. (John, xi. ... The Resurrection of Christ; his Last Interview with his Disciples ... Christ Appealed to the Miracles as Testimonies; John, xv. , 24 ... Of the Resurrection of the Flesh, which Some Refuse to Believe ... On the Resurrection of Christ from the Dead. The Resurrection of Christ. Resources Questions about Jesus Christ (All) | GotQuestions.orgHow many prophecies did Jesus fulfill? | GotQuestions.org Is the rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar biblical? | GotQuestions.org Jesus: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
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