The Resurrection Makes Jesus the Greatest

Matthew 28:1–10
The Preacher’s Pen

For years, people have debated who’s the greatest — the greatest athlete, the greatest president, the greatest performer. But there’s no debate when it comes to Jesus Christ.

The resurrection settled it once and for all:
Jesus is the Greatest.

1. The Resurrection Makes Him a Truthful Savior

John 2:19–22; Luke 18:31–33

Jesus didn’t just live the truth — He predicted the truth.
He foretold His death and resurrection in detail. And then He did it.

“Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up.” – John 2:19

Most leaders make promises. Jesus made prophecies—and He kept every one.
Promises made. Promises kept.

2. The Resurrection Makes Him a Powerful Savior

Romans 6:9; John 10:18

Death is the ultimate enemy. No one escapes it.
But Jesus did — and not by accident or outside help.

“I have power to lay it down, and I have power to take it again.” – John 10:18

He broke death’s grip with His own power.
Who else can do that?

3. The Resurrection Makes Him a Hopeful Savior

1 Peter 1:3

Before resurrection morning, His followers were crushed by grief.
Friday was full of pain. Saturday was silent.
But Sunday?

Sunday changed everything.

“He hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.” – 1 Peter 1:3

Because He lives, hope lives.
No matter how dark your Friday feels — Sunday’s coming.