BGEA: I have a hard time believing that Jesus rose from the dead.

I'd like to be a Christian, but I have a hard time believing that Jesus rose from the dead. You see, I'm an intensive care nurse, and I know that once a person dies, that's the end. Maybe you can help me get past these doubts. — Mrs. K.W.

The resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead is the most important event in all history—and yes, incredible as it may seem, it really did happen.

In fact, it might interest you to know that one of the Gospels was written by a medical doctor (Luke). Like you, he knew that death is final and irreversible—and yet he also gave us one of the most extensive accounts of Jesus' resurrection from the dead. Why? Because he had thoroughly investigated the evidence for Jesus' resurrection for himself and he knew only one conclusion was possible: Jesus had come back from the dead.

Why is the resurrection important? Why did God raise Jesus from the dead? One reason was to prove that Jesus was who He said He was: the divine Son of God, sent from heaven to save us from our sins. The Bible says that He "was declared with power to be the Son of God by his resurrection from the dead: Jesus Christ our Lord" (Romans 1:4). The resurrection sets Jesus apart from every other person who has ever lived.

But the resurrection points to an even greater truth: Death has now been conquered! The grave is not the end, but heaven's doors are now open! Jesus is alive, and He wants to come into your life today. Why not discover this great truth for yourself by turning to Christ today?

39 Comments

Joe says 4.1.2013, 10:52 a.m.

If there is no life after,,, what is life here for?

Joe says 4.1.2013, 10:03 a.m.

I am (Mormon ) The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We believe when you die you are met by your family and love ones in the blink of the eye.Your body is dead , not the spirit in you.The Spirit lives and will never die. Jesus Christ live

anne says 3.31.2013, 6:08 p.m.

Amazing Grace!!Thank you Jesus for dying for MY SINS!!!And you have paid the price!Ilove You....

Millie says 3.31.2013, 11:15 a.m.

Jesus died on the cross for everyone. What a sacrifice because we all have sinned. Thank you God for loving us.

happy says 3.31.2013, 07:38 a.m.

The grave could nt contain him 4 more than 3 days,he is alive

Pam says 3.30.2013, 11:12 p.m.

I thank you God for giving your son for me, and others! Thankful that in my life I've been able to experience the true joy of having a personal relationship with our Lord Jesus Christ! I know the truth and the love that comes from this, blessings :)

Joe says 3.30.2013, 10:46 p.m.

I truly believe she is searching for our Lord and his gift of eternal life. Because he is reaching out to her and her doubts that he has risen from the dead. She need our prayers and love to help her find the truth in our Lord.

Laynie says 3.30.2013, 10:35 p.m.

I am a nurse also and I am certain He rose from the dead after dying for my sins. It is the most awesome feeling to know He is with me every day of my life and I know I will see HIM when I leave here. My life was forever changed by God's gift.

Shirley says 3.30.2013, 9:40 p.m.

To think that Jesus died for a sinner such as me, brings me to my knees. Thank you Jesus.

Retha says 3.30.2013, 9:15 p.m.

People need to pray for this lady that she sees the truth. JESUS has risen thank you brother graham its the truth I LOVE YOU JESUS.

Hennie Oelofse says 3.30.2013, 9:10 p.m.

Jesus the Son of God was sent to us to set us free by die on the cross He took all our sins on to Him and died to set us free "you and me' and He only ask for us to believe in him and take Him in our hart and declare He is the Son of God you can only be saved by His blood there is no other name given to us that can save us, Glory to God the Father ,God the Son and God the Holly spirtand these 3 are one I love You JESUS, and may every one have a blessed easter time. God Bless

T says 3.30.2013, 9:06 p.m.

I BELEAVE IN HIGHER POWER YOU SAY JESUS AND PEOPLE WANT TO LISTEN TO WHAT YOU GOT TO SAY WHY?

Nieva 03/30/13 9:04 PM says 3.30.2013, 9:04 p.m.

Thank God for His resurrection since believers will have eternal life w/ Him!

Cassandra says 3.30.2013, 8:51 p.m.

I believe in the resurrection of Jesus. He is always there for me. People may think it is an assumption but I have experienced his presence. He is the Living God. Jesus I trust in you.

Phil says 3.30.2013, 8:27 p.m.

When we read the words that Billy Graham wrote here, we believe he is alive. But that's a big assumtion. Did you talk to him today? It's the same with Jesus. We have to go find out for sure. We have to meet him. Receive him, and you will hear him.

Ava says 3.30.2013, 8:27 p.m.

The best feeling I have ever felt. I love Jesus, he is the center of my life. Forever.

Ila says 3.30.2013, 7:49 p.m.

Amen!

Mary says 3.30.2013, 7:38 p.m.

I have a cousin that is Mormon and she said that she believes once you are dead you will be dead until Judgement Day. I really feel sorry for her because I know when I die I will be in heaven with Jesus.

Robert says 3.30.2013, 7:34 p.m.

Many praises to our God and Father for raising up ourLord and Savior Jesus Christ from the dead. We are alive forever through Him who was raised. I have used the story of Luke a few times and it has proven to be effective.

Oluwatosin says 3.30.2013, 7:28 p.m.

Amen! Thank You oh Holy Saviour. Thank U God!!

Johnny Hood says 3.30.2013, 7:21 p.m.

Not only was the evidence in being seen by John and Mary, Martha, and the disciples and those traveling on the road and as they commented, " Did not our hearts burn", but here is undeniable, irrefutable proof......He was seen by over 500! Glory!

Carol says 3.30.2013, 7:17 p.m.

Because JESUS lives so shall we live. .We too shall be raised from the dead ,We shall never die because of JESUS and HIS death ,burial and resurrection, JESUS is GOD in the flesh.....

DENNIS says 3.30.2013, 7:03 p.m.

HI MR GRAHAM I FOLLOWED YOU FOR SOME YEARS;IF I BELIEVE IN THE FIRST BOOK OF THE BIBLE THEN WHY NOT THE WHOLE BIBLE?WELL I DO ANDI HAVE HOPE AND I TRUST THE APOSTLES AND SAINTS,AND I HAVE HOPE AND FAITH IN THE LORD OUR GOD KING OF THE WHOLE UNIVERSE

Darlene says 3.30.2013, 6:59 p.m.

I am asking you to pray for Victor Graham who is dieing from cancer and his daughter is taking care of him as his mon and dad are older and they already lost one son this is their only son , please pray for these people .

Gamaliel says 3.30.2013, 6:43 p.m.

The Lord will give us in the future a new body . But before that we will go to Him to our house in heaven . For Jesus sake .

Dave says 3.30.2013, 6:42 p.m.

My wife still won't accept it. She works in surgery and thinks that because she is in the medical field that she has a free ticket. Nothing I or anyone else can say will change her mind. I gave up. I'm at a loss.

Tshepiso says 3.30.2013, 6:30 p.m.

Woow! That's an awesome answer.Glory to Jesus!!!

Chering says 3.30.2013, 6:29 p.m.

Praise God!

Karianne says 3.30.2013, 6:26 p.m.

What do you say when they respond with something like "well doctors can lie, and deceive too."

Lori says 3.30.2013, 6:22 p.m.

Excellent response. Glad i saw this post on fbGod bless!

Khalirendwe says 3.30.2013, 6:20 p.m.

Amen dat is soo true

linda says 3.30.2013, 6:16 p.m.

Yes, He is alive!!! Let us rejoice!!!!

Claudett says 3.30.2013, 6:15 p.m.

Christians believe through faith in Jesus Christ, Jesus' word said it, proclaimed it and I BELIEVE IT. WE WALK BY FAITH NOT BY SIGHT! AMEN

Huntley says 3.30.2013, 6:14 p.m.

.There is life after death. Many years ago, I died, from pneumonia and bronchitis , my spirit was looking down at my parents trying to revive me, the other side was looking at a well lit passage, I Returned to my body. Huntley

ROBIN says 3.30.2013, 6:13 p.m.

I CERTAINLY DON`T HAVE A HARD TIME BELIEVING THAT JESUS ROSE FROM THE DEAD!!!! THANK GOD HE IS NOW SEATED AT THE RIGHT HAND OF THE FATHER MAKING INTERCESSION FOR ME AND YOU, IF YOU KNOE HIM!!! I PRAY THIS LADY WILL MAKE JESUS HER SAVIOR!!! AMEN!!!

Deborah says 3.30.2013, 6:12 p.m.

FAITH is believing in what you cannot see, what you cannot hear, what you cannot smell, what you cannot taste!Can you see the wind? Yet it exists.LOVE ALWAYS. STOP THE HATE!

Kathey says 3.30.2013, 6:10 p.m.

I am so thankful that God and Jesus loved us this much to give us this opportunity to be saved. I am so humbled always to know the depth of our Savior's love for all of us sinners. Thank you Bro. Graham for encouraging us and for God's Word.Amen

Amy says 3.30.2013, 6:10 p.m.

I am so thankful for what Jesus did for me. I feel the power of His resurrection within me because I accepted Him as my Savior and Lord.

Ernie NIVENS says 3.30.2013, 6:05 p.m.

The resurrection is the stone around every philosopher' s neck! -Soren Kierkegaard