Raising Lazarus from the dead is one of the most famous miracles of Jesus. We know it was famous when it happened because it was the miracle to end all miracles. It stirred up so much controversy that it was the last miracle Jesus performed. It’s famous today because it, and the resurrection of Jesus, are the most difficult stories in the New Testament to explain. As we’ve seen through “Stage 3” of our “2012 AD” journey, if our experience with Jesus is limited to what we can explain, then we will miss out on a great deal. Jesus says he’s the resurrection and the life – and that whoever believes in him will live. This story is about life, not death. It’s about experiencing fullness in every area of life. It brings us to a very probing question: in each area of our lives, are we dead or alive?

Scripture: John 10:10, 11:1-44, Romans 6:1-4