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In 1 Corinthians 3:15, Paul says this gospel he is speaking of to the people of Corinth is “of first importance.” As much as we hear about the death and burial of Jesus, we need to be reminded that on that first Easter Sunday, centuries ago, the tomb was empty. Christ died according to the scriptures, was buried according to the scriptures, and on the third day, rose again. He demonstrated His acceptable sacrifice to the Father, and was not only raised from the dead, but also ascended into glory, defeated death, defeated sin, and secured for us a position in glory based on His finished work. The resurrection of Jesus Christ is “of first importance” and is crucial to the true understanding of the gospel. By His resurrection, we have newness of life, and without the resurrection, we are, as Paul said, the “most to be pitied” and “our faith is in vain.”