Radically Different (Better) Physical Bodies

1. Lessons from Creation – vv36-41 - Different Kinds & Radical Transformation
   Seeds undergo radical transformation to become what God designs them to be – vv36-38.
   Earthly bodies have different kinds of flesh each suited for their enviornment. -v39.
   There is a radical difference between earthly & heavenly bodies – v40.
   Heavenly bodies have differences in glory - v41.
2. So it is with our resurrection bodies – v42-44 - Different Kinds & Radical Transformation.
   The body is sown in… The body is raised in…
   -Perishable -Imperishable
   -Dishonor -Honor/Glory
   -Weakness -Power
   The body sown is… The body raised is…
   -Natural -Spiritual
   Preparing your heart for the sermon:
   -What were the Corinthians asking? What were they really doubting?
   -How does a seed growing into a plant/tree relate to bodily resurrection?
   -What do we learn about God's creative power by observing the different earthly and heavenly bodies?
   -Other passages:Gen 1; Ps 8; Rom 8:18-30; 1 Cor 1:18 -2:16; 2 Cor 4:16-5:10; Phil 3:21;Rev 21:1-6

Digging Deeper:
-How do you envision your future resurrection body? Do you grasp how different and awesome it will be?
-In what areas are you tempted to doubt God's power or wisdom? What shall you do?
-How does remembering our hope help us follow Christ now?
-What will it be life to worship Christ with no weakness or sin?