The Hope of the Resurrection: How Jesus's Defeat of Death Changes Everything

By Patrick Schreiner, Foreword by Gavin Ortlund

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The Hope of the Resurrection: How Jesus's Defeat of Death Changes Everything

By Patrick Schreiner, Foreword by Gavin Ortlund

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Examining Jesus’s Resurrection Through Three Realities: Truth, Goodness, and Beauty

Jesus’s resurrection happened centuries ago, but evidence shows it is at the center of everything that is truegood, and beautiful today. These 3 attributes—or transcendentals—provide a simple framework for understanding reality, including Christ’s victory over death and why it matters for your life.

In this approachable study, New Testament scholar Patrick Schreiner explains the history, apologetics, theology, and ethics of the resurrection. First, he examines moral arguments and the death-to-life cycles in nature that point to Christ’s resurrection. Next, Schreiner explores the theology of the empty tomb, including the new life in heaven that awaits believers. Finally, he reflects on the beautiful ways Jesus’s death validates, personalizes, and ultimately ends your suffering. You will be inspired to pursue resurrection in your own life, dying to sin to experience abundant renewal in Christ.

This short, engaging book is perfect for outreach and discipleship. Churches are encouraged to share it with groups during Easter services and year-round as a small-group resource.

  • Concise and Accessible: Combines a historical, theological, ethical, and applicational look at the resurrection in a brief, easy-to-understand format
  • Excellent Small-Group Resource: Share this book with both Christians and skeptics to help them fall in love with the reality of the resurrection
  • Great Easter Giveaway: Churches can buy this book in bulk to use during Easter services

Author:

Patrick Schreiner

Patrick Schreiner (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) is associate professor of New Testament and biblical theology and endowed chair at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Missouri. He is the author of The Kingdom of God and the Glory of the Cross; The Mission of the Triune God; The Transfiguration of Christ; The Ascension of Christ; and The Visual Word.

Product Details

Format: Paperback
Page Count: 160
Size: 5.0 in x 7.0 in
Weight: 10.0 ounces
ISBN-10: 1-4335-9761-6
ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-9761-9
ISBN-UPC: 9781433597619
Published: March 31, 2026

Table of Contents

Introduction: Death Is a Thief
 
Part 1: The Resurrection Is True
Chapter 1: Historical Evidence
Chapter 2: Cosmic Evidence
Chapter 3: Existential Evidence
 
Part 2: The Resurrection Is Good
Chapter 4: The Resurrection’s Centrality
Chapter 5: The Death of Death
Chapter 6: Life in Heaven
 
Part 3: The Resurrection Is Beautiful
Chapter 7: Practice Resurrection
Chapter 8: Practice Death
Chapter 9: Commune with the Raised
 
Conclusion: Changing Everything