1 Corinthians 15:13
1 Corinthians 15:13 in Multiple Translations
If there is no resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has been raised.
But if there be no resurrection of the dead, then is Christ not risen:
But if there is no resurrection of the dead, neither hath Christ been raised:
But if there is no coming back from the dead, then Christ has not come back from the dead:
If there's no resurrection of the dead then Christ hasn't been raised either.
For if there be no resurrection of the dead, then is Christ not risen:
and if there be no rising again of dead persons, neither hath Christ risen;
But if there is no resurrection of the dead, neither has Christ been raised.
But if there is no resurrection of the dead, then is Christ not raised.
But if there be no resurrection of the dead, then Christ is not risen again.
If it is true that God will not cause anyone to become alive again, that situation would mean that Christ was not raised from the dead {he did not cause Christ to become alive again}!
You see, if you reckon that God never makes dead people alive again, you are also saying that God didn’t make Jesus Christ alive again.
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Study Notes — 1 Corinthians 15:13
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- Cross References
- 1 Corinthians 15:13 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Corinthians 15:13
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Corinthians 15:13
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 15:13
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 15:13
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 15:13
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Corinthians 15:13
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Corinthians 15:13
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 15:13
- Sermons on 1 Corinthians 15:13
Context — The Resurrection of the Dead
13If there is no resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has been raised.
14And if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is worthless, and so is your faith. 15In that case, we are also exposed as false witnesses about God. For we have testified about God that He raised Christ from the dead, but He did not raise Him if in fact the dead are not raised.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | John 11:25–26 | Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in Me will live, even though he dies. And everyone who lives and believes in Me will never die. Do you believe this?” |
| 2 | Romans 8:11 | And if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, He who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit, who lives in you. |
| 3 | 1 Thessalonians 4:14 | For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, we also believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in Him. |
| 4 | Revelation 1:18 | the Living One. I was dead, and behold, now I am alive forever and ever! And I hold the keys of Death and of Hades. |
| 5 | 1 Peter 1:3 | Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! By His great mercy He has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, |
| 6 | Romans 4:24–25 | but also for us, to whom righteousness will be credited—for us who believe in Him who raised Jesus our Lord from the dead. He was delivered over to death for our trespasses and was raised to life for our justification. |
| 7 | 2 Corinthians 4:10–14 | We always carry around in our body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body. For we who are alive are always consigned to death for Jesus’ sake, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our mortal body. So then, death is at work in us, but life is at work in you. And in keeping with what is written: “I believed, therefore I have spoken,” we who have the same spirit of faith also believe and therefore speak, knowing that the One who raised the Lord Jesus will also raise us with Jesus and present us with you in His presence. |
| 8 | 2 Timothy 4:8 | From now on there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but to all who crave His appearing. |
| 9 | 1 Corinthians 15:20 | But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. |
| 10 | Romans 8:23 | Not only that, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we wait eagerly for our adoption as sons, the redemption of our bodies. |
1 Corinthians 15:13 Summary
[This verse, 1 Corinthians 15:13, tells us that if there is no resurrection of the dead, then Christ would not have been raised. This means that the resurrection of Christ is closely tied to the idea of resurrection in general, and if one is not true, then the other cannot be true either, as seen in 1 Corinthians 15:14. The resurrection of Christ is what gives us hope for eternal life, as described in John 11:25-26, and it is the foundation of our faith. Without the resurrection, our faith would be meaningless, and we would not have the promise of a future with Christ, as described in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the resurrection of Christ in relation to our faith?
If Christ has not been raised, our faith is worthless, as stated in 1 Corinthians 15:14, and we are false witnesses about God, as seen in 1 Corinthians 15:15. The resurrection of Christ is the foundation of our faith, as it demonstrates God's power over death and sin, as seen in Romans 6:9-10.
How does the concept of resurrection impact our understanding of the afterlife?
The resurrection of the dead is a fundamental aspect of Christian doctrine, as it promises believers a future with Christ, free from the constraints of death and sin, as described in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 and Revelation 21:4.
What would happen if there was no resurrection of the dead?
If there was no resurrection of the dead, then Christ would not have been raised, as stated in 1 Corinthians 15:13, and our faith would be in vain, as mentioned in 1 Corinthians 15:14. This would undermine the entire Christian message and the hope of eternal life.
How does this verse relate to the preaching of the gospel?
The preaching of the gospel is rooted in the resurrection of Christ, as stated in 1 Corinthians 15:12, and if there is no resurrection, then the gospel message is worthless, as seen in 1 Corinthians 15:14. The resurrection of Christ is the cornerstone of the Christian faith and the foundation of our hope in eternal life, as described in Acts 2:32 and 1 Peter 1:3.
Reflection Questions
- What does the concept of resurrection mean to me personally, and how does it impact my daily life?
- How does the fact that Christ was raised from the dead give me hope and confidence in my faith?
- In what ways can I apply the truth of the resurrection to my struggles and challenges, and how can it help me to persevere?
- What would my life be like if I did not have the hope of the resurrection, and how would it affect my relationships and priorities?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Corinthians 15:13
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Corinthians 15:13
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 15:13
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 15:13
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 15:13
Cambridge Bible on 1 Corinthians 15:13
Barnes' Notes on 1 Corinthians 15:13
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Corinthians 15:13
Sermons on 1 Corinthians 15:13
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The Doctrine of the Resurrection, Stated and Defended. in Two Sermons, Preached at a Lecture in Lime-Street. by John Gill | John Gill emphasizes the critical importance of the doctrine of resurrection, arguing that without it, the foundation of Christian faith crumbles. He defends the resurrection again |
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Baptism of the Spirit by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of learning from history and not repeating the mistakes of the past. He highlights the 400 years of captivity that the Israel |
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The Hidden Things of God - Part 1 by Paris Reidhead | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of focusing on the hidden things of God rather than the visible aspects of Christianity. He shares his astonishment at the emp |
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(John - Part 23): Man's Accountability to God by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the topic of judgment and the role of Jesus Christ as the judge. He emphasizes that Jesus is qualified to be the judge because he seeks the g |
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Bakht Singh Funeral - Part 8 by Bakht Singh | This sermon emphasizes the unity and familial bond among believers as children of God, highlighting the eternal hope of being reunited in heaven. It challenges listeners to recogni |
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(Genesis) Genesis 3:14-19 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the judgment of the fall as described in verse 14 of the Bible. He emphasizes that God must deal with the creature He made, who has turned aw |
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John's Ministry of Recovery by Stephen Kaung | Stephen Kaung emphasizes the significance of John's ministry as a ministry of recovery, focusing on the themes of life and light found in Christ. He explains that John's approach l |







