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The term "Children of the Resurrection" is a title used to describe the saints, particularly in the context of their future state in the resurrection. This designation is rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ and is found in the Gospel of Luke. In Luke 20:34-36 , Jesus addresses the Sadducees' question about the resurrection, saying, "The sons of this age marry and are given in marriage. But those who are considered worthy to share in the age to come and in the resurrection from the dead will neither marry nor be given in marriage. In fact, they can no longer die, because they are like the angels. And they are sons of God, being sons of the resurrection."

This passage highlights several key aspects of what it means to be "Children of the Resurrection":

1. Eternal Life: The saints, as children of the resurrection, are granted eternal life. They "can no longer die," signifying the immortality bestowed upon them in the resurrection. This eternal life is a central promise of the Christian faith, affirming the victory over death through Jesus Christ.

2. Transformation: The saints will undergo a transformation, becoming "like the angels." This indicates a change in nature and existence, moving from a mortal, earthly state to a glorified, heavenly one. The transformation underscores the profound change that occurs in the resurrection, aligning the saints more closely with the divine.

3. Sons of God: Being "sons of God" emphasizes the intimate relationship between the saints and their Creator. This title reflects the adoption into God's family, a theme prevalent throughout the New Testament. As children of God, the saints are heirs to the promises and blessings of the Kingdom.

4. Worthy of the Age to Come: The phrase "considered worthy to share in the age to come" suggests a distinction between those who will partake in the resurrection and those who will not. This worthiness is not based on human merit but on the grace of God and the redemptive work of Christ. It calls believers to live in a manner that reflects their calling and future hope.

The concept of being "Children of the Resurrection" is further supported by other New Testament writings. In 1 Corinthians 15, the Apostle Paul elaborates on the resurrection, describing it as a transformation from perishable to imperishable, from dishonor to glory, and from weakness to power (1 Corinthians 15:42-43). This passage reinforces the idea of a future, glorified state for the saints.

Additionally, Philippians 3:20-21 states, "But our citizenship is in heaven, and we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ, who, by the power that enables Him to subject all things to Himself, will transform our lowly bodies to be like His glorious body." This transformation is a key aspect of the resurrection hope, aligning believers with the glorified Christ.

In summary, the title "Children of the Resurrection" encapsulates the hope and promise of eternal life, transformation, divine sonship, and worthiness for the age to come. It is a profound expression of the Christian hope rooted in the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the future resurrection of the saints.

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Luke 20:36
Neither can they die any more: for they are equal to the angels; and are the children of God, being the children of the resurrection.
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The Kingly Priesthood of the Saints
... everything you like; but know that those titles will not ... thick jungle of India shall
see the saints of God ... t expect kings to put down their names for trifles. ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 1 1855/the kingly priesthood of the.htm

Wisdom and Revelation.
... 2. THE APPEAL. The names and titles of God are ... Adopting, then, the second of these
interpretations, the saints belong to God and are precious in His sight. ...
/.../thomas/the prayers of st paul/vii wisdom and revelation.htm

Hymns and Spiritual Songs
... 1. 9 10. Hymn 1:138. Saints in the hands of Christ, John 10. 28 29. ... Hymn 1:147. The
names and titles of Christ, from several scriptures. Hymn 1:148. ...
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Letter xxii. St. Ambrose in a Letter to his Sister Gives an ...
... eyes were shut, so long as the bodies of the saints lay hidden. ... Old men now repeat
that they once heard the names of these martyrs and read their titles. ...
/.../ambrose/works and letters of st ambrose/letter xxii st ambrose in.htm

The Psalms and Hymns of Isaac Watts
... 2 Tim. 1:9,10. HYMN 138 Saints in the hands of Christ Jn. 10:28,29. ... HYMN 147
The names and titles of Christ. From several scriptures. ...
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The Third Day in Passion-Week - the Last Controversies and ...
... they become heirs of all the blood of martyred saints, from that ... [5240] These titles
are put ... Matt.) are quite different names, in Greek as in Hebrew - {hebrew ...
/.../edersheim/the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter iv the third day.htm

An Index to Find any Hymn by the Title or Contents of It.
... 2:103, 2:104; communion with him, 1:66, 1:71; and saints, 1:67 ... in his life, death,
and resurrection, 2:137; and Moses, 1:49, 1:118; names and titles, 1:147 ...
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Epistles to the Seven Churches.
... the fine linen is the righteousness of the saints," 19:8 ... dwell on the earth shall
wonder, whose names were not ... mention of the Saviour by those titles, which are ...
/.../bliss/a brief commentary on the apocalypse/epistles to the seven churches.htm

Indexes and Tables
... communion with him, i. [1375]66, [1376]71; and saints, i. [1377]67, [1378]76; iii.
[1379]2; ... names and titles, i. [1455]147, [1456]148, [1457]149; ...
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The Saints' Privilege and Profit;
... on Aaron's breast-plate was fixed the names of the ... odours, which are the prayers
of saints, and they ... Thus you see what terms, characters, titles, and privileges ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/the saints privilege and profit.htm