Lesson 8 | Understanding 1 Corinthians 15:14 – 17 | August 15 – 21

Lesson 8: Understanding the Memory Text

August 15–21, 2026

Memory Text

Summary

• The resurrection of Jesus is a foundation of the Christian faith.
• Without it, the gospel would have no saving foundation.
• Because Christ has risen, believers have a living hope of salvation and resurrection.

“And if Christ is not risen…”

• The resurrection of Christ is a real and essential part of God’s plan of salvation.
• Jesus truly died, was buried, and rose again.
• His resurrection confirms His victory over death.
• It also gives believers hope of their own resurrection when He returns.

“…then our preaching is empty…”

• The gospel announces what God has done through Jesus Christ.
• Christ’s death and resurrection are central to that message.
• If Christ had not risen, the message of salvation would be without a true foundation.
• Because Jesus lives, the gospel gives you a sure hope.

“…and your faith is also empty.”

• Your faith is not based on human ideas.
• It rests on Jesus Christ and what God has done through Him.
• The resurrection gives your faith a living foundation.
• Because Christ lives, you can trust God’s promises with confidence.

“…your faith is futile; you are still in your sins!”

• The resurrection is essential to the hope of salvation.
• If Christ had not risen, sin would still hold its power over humanity.
• There would be no assurance of victory over sin and death.
• But Christ has risen from the dead.
• His resurrection gives believers assurance in His saving work and His victory over death.

What This Means for You

• You can trust Jesus because He died for your sins and rose again.
• You do not have to face death without hope.
• If you belong to Christ, death is not the end of your story.
• Jesus will raise His faithful people when He returns.
• Let the reality of Christ’s resurrection strengthen your faith today.

A Final Thought

• Your faith rests on a living Christ.
• Your hope rests on His victory over death.
• Because Jesus lives, the gospel is true and your faith has a sure foundation.
• Because Jesus lives, you can look forward to the resurrection and eternal life with Him.
• Christ is risen, and in Him you have a living hope.