Posted June 19, 2026, by Timothy

Jesus speaks about raising the dead in several passages, most notably in John 11:25-26 and John 2:19. Key Verses

• John 11:25-26 – Jesus declares, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?” This statement emphasizes that faith in Him grants eternal life and victory over death (scripture reference: John 11:25-26).
• John 2:19 – Jesus says, “Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up.” Here, He foreshadows His own resurrection, illustrating His power over death (scripture reference: John 2:19).
• John 11:38-44 – In the miracle of Lazarus, Jesus commands, “Lazarus, come out!” and Lazarus rises from the dead, demonstrating Jesus’ authority to give life (scripture reference: John 11:38-44).
• Matthew 10:8 – Jesus instructs His disciples, “Raise the dead, cleanse those who have leprosy, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give.” This shows that raising the dead was part of the ministry He empowered His followers to perform (scripture reference: Matthew 10:8).
• Mark 5:41-42 – Jesus raises Jairus’ daughter, saying, “Talitha koum!” which means, “Little girl, I say to you, get up!” She immediately rises, illustrating His compassion and divine authority (scripture reference: Mark 5:41-42).

Context and Significance

These verses collectively show that Jesus not only foretold His own resurrection but also demonstrated His power over death through miracles. His statements, such as in John 11:25-26, highlight the spiritual principle that belief in Him grants eternal life, while the miracles, like raising Lazarus, provide tangible evidence of His authority over life and death. These passages are central to Christian faith, emphasizing hope, resurrection, and the promise of eternal life (scripture reference: John 11:25-26; John 2:19; John 11:38-44).