Series Outline for Christ Our Hope in Life and Death

Christian hope rests not in circumstances but in Christ himself—a hope that sustains us through joy and sorrow, life and death, and into eternity.

Christ Our Hope of Glory

Christians live with confident hope as they look forward to Christ’s return: present suffering will pass, all things will be renewed, and we will share in Christ’s glory forever.

Romans 8:18-25

Christ Our Hope in Death

Christian hope, anchored in Christ Himself, defeats death by guaranteeing believers an uninterrupted union with Jesus – from death, through resurrection, and into eternal life.

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

The End of the World (As We Hope It)

The end of the story isn’t chaos, but Christ — and in Him, we have a sure and glorious hope.
Revelation 21:1-8

Be Alert

Jesus calls believers to be alert as we await His final return, not by looking for supposed signs but rather by maintaining a vibrant relationship with Him and His people.

Mark 13:32-37

The New Covenant People of God

Jesus prophesied that with the destruction of the Temple and the end of the Old Covenant era the Gospel would go to all nations, gathering people from every nation into God’s people.

Mark 13:1-4, 26-27, 30-31

The New Covenant Temple

Jesus prophesied that the Temple would be destroyed and the Old Covenant would end, for in the New Covenant the people of God are God’s Temple.

Mark 13

Countdown to Destruction

In the Olivet Discourse, Jesus prophesied that the temple and Jerusalem would be destroyed during the lifetime of the generation then alive, and this was fulfilled in 70 AD, proving the authority and truth of Jesus’ Word.

Mark 13

Life After Death

Jesus showed that Scripture teaches that life continues after death when God’s people experience the fullness of life and the promises of God.

Mark 12:18-27

The Ministry of the Messenger

Like Elijah and John the Baptist, we are called to be messengers proclaiming the King is coming, understanding that this often leads to opposition and suffering for the messenger.

Mark 9:9-13

Glory Bound!

Despite the struggles of this life, Christians live in the hope of eternal glory, when we and creation will experience the glorious freedom of full redemption and will radiate the glory of God.

Romans 8:18-25

Never Alone

Paul was abandoned by many in his time of need, but he was never alone for the Lord was always with Him, turning his suffering into opportunities for the Gospel, and delivering him even through death itself.

2 Timothy 4:9-22

Finishing Well

Christians are motivated to finish well, even if it requires suffering, by remembering the eternal reward Christ will give to them when He returns.

2 Timothy 4:6-8

A Father’s Final Charge to His Son

Church leaders are called to preach the whole Word of God, never altering it to suit the desires of others, so that they may faithfully fulfill their call.

2 Timothy 4:1-5

Moral Decay In the Last Days

We live in the last days, which are terrible times marked by moral decay and deception, but the Gospel and Spirit provide power to deliver us from the dominance of sin and error.

2 Timothy 3:1-5

The Risen, Reigning, and Returning Christ

John is given a vision of Jesus as the Risen Christ, Who reigns over everything, and Who will return to complete God’s Eternal Plan.

Revelation 1:12-18; 19:11-16

Standing Strong To the End

God’s people will continue to go through trying times, but as they trust in God’s Sovereignty and their future eternal reward it will enable them to stand strong to the end.

Daniel 12

Daniel’s Seventy Sevens

Daniel’s seventy sevens give us a picture of the coming of the Messiah to fulfill the old covenant and establish the new covenant, bringing full salvation for His people but judging those Who reject His sacrifice.

Daniel 9:20-27