They Preached the Resurrection of the Dead

I. Resurrection Preaching (Acts 4:2; 17:18; 1 Cor. 15:12)
A. Death the Starkest Reality – No Pretending
B. In Jesus Christ Alone Victory over Sin and Death
II. Resurrection Sermon
A. Seems Strange and Ridiculous to the World
B. Confronts Man's Idolatry and Superstition
C. Affirms God's Creation and Providence
D. Demands Repentance, Warns of Judgment
E. Confirmed by Christ's Resurrection
III. Resurrection Response
A. A Wide Net: Ridicule, Interest, Disciples
B. A Life-Changing Hope
C. A Needed Confrontation