What did Jesus mean when He said, "I am the resurrection"?

Summary

This sermon focuses on the resurrection of Jesus as the source of resurrected life for believers. Key to this theme are the scriptures referencing Jesus as the "firstborn of many brethren" and His declaration, "I am the resurrection and the life." The takeaway is that Christ's resurrection guarantees our own future resurrection and the imparting of His life-giving power to us.