The Resurrection – Dr. Harold B. Sightler

Preach the Bible: Classics38mApril 3, 2026

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Dr. Harold B. Sightler delivers a powerful, revival-style sermon on the resurrection of Jesus Christ, drawing from Matthew 27 and surrounding passages. He meticulously traces the events of the crucifixion, emphasizing the divine fulfillment of prophecy, the agony of Christ's suffering, and the profound significance of His death as a substitutionary sacrifice. The sermon then pivots to the resurrection, highlighting the supernatural signs—earthquake, torn veil, opened tombs, and the appearance of resurrected saints—as evidence of God's sovereign power. Dr. Sightler passionately argues that Jesus' resurrection is not merely a historical event but the capstone of redemption, validating the cross and securing salvation. He concludes by declaring Christ's present reality in the believer's life—through the Holy Spirit—experienced at the mourner's bench, in sickness, at gravesides, in the pulpit, and in the darkest nights of doubt. The sermon is a call to faith in the living Christ, grounded in Scripture and personal conviction.

Key Takeaways
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The resurrection of Jesus is the essential capstone of God's redemptive plan—without it, salvation is meaningless.

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Jesus' death was not a defeat but a divine act of substitution, bearing God's judgment for sin.

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The resurrection is historically and supernaturally verified by earthquake, torn veil, and the appearance of Old Testament saints.

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Christ lives today in the Holy Spirit, making Him real in every believer's life—especially in times of need, grief, and spiritual darkness.

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Faith in the risen Christ is not based on sight but on the testimony of Scripture and the inner witness of the Spirit.

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5 min

The Crucifixion: The Greatest Event in History

I suspect the greatest event in all history. Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures.

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The Mocking and Crucifixion of Christ

The sermon details the humiliation of Jesus by Roman soldiers—crown of thorns, scarlet robe, mockery, and crucifixion—while affirming His true identity as King of the Jews and Messiah.

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The Death and Divine Judgment on the Cross

God turned his back upon his son and delivered him to die. Delivered him to receive the full execution of the judgment of God in his body to save me and you from the ruin and the ravage of sin.

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15:00
5 min

The Resurrection: The First Fruits of the Dead

These dead bodies of the Old Testament saints arose from the grave. Oh, what a testimony that for three days, those dead bodies could be seen in those open graves opened by the earthquake.

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The Empty Tomb and the Angelic Declaration

He is not here. He is not here. We've been preaching that 2,000 years and one day he the first fruits will call you mate my resurrection in the harvest of the resurrection someday. He is not here. They said, he can't come out. He's dead, but he's not here.

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High-Impact Quotes
He is not here. He is risen as he said. Come see the place where the Lord lay. Don't come and talk to me about Jesus being dead.
Dr. Harold B. Sightler33:54
Viral: 92.0
God turned his back upon his son and delivered him to die. Delivered him to receive the full execution of the judgment of God in his body to save me and you from the ruin and the ravage of sin.
Dr. Harold B. Sightler11:27
Viral: 90.0
He is not here. He is not here. We've been preaching that 2,000 years and one day he the first fruits will call you mate my resurrection in the harvest of the resurrection someday. He is not here. They said, he can't come out. He's dead, but he's not here.
Dr. Harold B. Sightler22:40
Viral: 88.0
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Dr. Harold B. Sightler
Topics Discussed
The Resurrection of Christ98%The Crucifixion of Jesus95%Salvation Through Substitution92%The Present Reality of Christ90%The Role of the Holy Spirit88%The Empty Tomb87%Fulfillment of Prophecy85%The Future Resurrection of Believers83%
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The Sanhedrin

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Joseph of Arimathea

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