The 3rd Day

Summary

The sermon explores the biblical significance of the "third day" through various Old Testament events, such as God's appearance on Mount Sinai, Abraham's testing with Isaac, and Jonah's three days in the whale, all pointing to the ultimate third day event: the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It emphasizes the faith and typology behind these events, highlighting Jesus as the mediator of the new covenant who rose on the third day, fulfilling prophecy and surpassing the old covenant mediated by Moses. The preacher also addresses common misconceptions about the timing of Christ's resurrection and critiques the celebration of Easter as a pagan tradition.