To the victor go the spoils.

In light of this Resurrection Sunday, I commend the following piece by Peter J. Leithart: "It Really Happened." (HT Ron)

Here's a portion to pique your interest:

"If it really happened, then we've got a load of work, because not everyone has heard the news that God has conquered death. Jesus is King and Lord, and He sends us out to announce that He rules. He establishes the church to be the first form and bearer of His kingdom. He intends to overcome all evil and sin, all injustice and wickedness, and calls us in the power of His resurrection to share in His war against all that damages His good creation."

I just think three days is kinda money.

"declared to be the Son of God in power according to the Spirit of holiness by his resurrection from the dead, Jesus Christ our Lord"
-Romans 1:4

The cross is empty and stands as a symbol to us of the power of the atonement for the forgiveness of our sins. The tomb is empty and stands as a symbol of the satisfaction of God in taking the death of His Son as payment for sin.

Successful redemption for those in Christ is demonstrated in the resurrection, without which we are to be a people most pitied (1 Cor 15:14-19).

Read 8 reasons John Piper thinks Jesus rose from the dead.