The power of the ressurection

            What better time is there to speak of Christ’s resurrection and his key role in The Lord’s plan than Easter.  It is extremely important for us to understand the doctrine of resurrection and why Christ played such a key role in bringing it to pass, both in the past and future.

               Jacob 4:11 states: “Wherefore, beloved brethren, be reconciled unto him through the atonement of Christ, his Only Begotten Son, and ye may obtain a resurrection, according to the power of the resurrection which is in Christ…” The power of the resurrection is IN Christ. Jacob does not say that He holds the power, or oversees it, but that Christ is the physical manifestation of the resurrection. It comes in and through Christ. We know that all will be resurrected, but the specifications of the glory to which we will resurrect is in our hands.

               I believe that we can reach a better understanding of what we need to do to inherit that glorified celestial resurrected state by seeking guidance from the one who therein that very power resides, Christ. Through studying we may better understand this part of God’s plan and our role in it. We should strive every day to more fully align our will with the will and character of Christ. I know that through doing this that we will grow to appreciate his perfect life, and sacrifice. For He rose on the third day, and we too may rise with Him.