Explore Old Testament prophecies pointing to Christ's resurrection. Discover how these ancient predictions were fulfilled and why the resurrection stands at the very center of the Christian faith and message.

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Lecture 1: All in Fulfillment of Old Testament Prophecies.
Lecture 2: Does the Old Testament Speak Directly About "the Christ?"
Lecture 3: Third – Fifth Prophesies of the Resurrection
Lecture 4: Sixth & Seventh Prophecies About Resurrection
Lecture 5: Other Prophecies About the Resurrection, Seen by Early Christian Writers.
Lecture 6: Why Do so Many Christians Miss These Prophecies Today?
Lecture 7: Resurrection Prophecies Recap (Audio Only)
Survey: Resurrection Prophecies
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What This Free Course Covers

In Resurrection Prophecies, Chuck Pike studies how the New Testament presents the resurrection of Jesus as the fulfillment of the Law of Moses, the Prophets, and the Psalms. The course begins with Jesus’ words in Luke 18 and Luke 24, then works backward through the preaching of Peter and other New Testament references to ask which Old Testament passages the apostles may have understood after Jesus opened their understanding.

The lessons examine Psalm 16, the promise to David in 2 Samuel 7 and 1 Chronicles 17, Deuteronomy 18, 1 Samuel 2, Ezekiel 34, Psalm 41, Amos 9, and other passages discussed by early Christian writers. Along the way, the course considers themes such as David’s throne, the prophet like Moses, the faithful priest, the good shepherd, Judas’s betrayal, Hades, corruption, and the Gentiles seeking the Lord.

The final lessons reflect on why many readers miss these prophecies and how riddles, types, and layered meanings function in Scripture.

Resurrection fulfillment Luke 24 and the Scriptures Peter’s preaching in Acts Davidic promise Prophet, priest, king, shepherd Hades and corruption Judas and betrayal Gentiles seeking the Lord Early Christian interpretation Riddles and types

What You Will Study

  • Jesus’ statements in Luke 18 and Luke 24 that his suffering and resurrection fulfilled the Scriptures
  • Peter’s use of Psalm 16 in Acts 2 concerning Hades, corruption, resurrection, and the right hand of God
  • The Davidic promise in 2 Samuel 7 and 1 Chronicles 17 and its connection to the Christ, the Son of David, and an eternal throne
  • Old Testament passages where God says he will “raise up” a prophet, priest, king, and shepherd
  • Psalm 41 and its connection to betrayal by a close companion, innocence, enemies, and being raised up
  • Amos 9 and the raised tabernacle of David in relation to the Gentiles seeking the Lord
  • Early Christian readings of passages such as Psalm 3, Genesis 49, and Numbers 24 as resurrection prophecies
  • Why some resurrection prophecies may be missed because they appear in riddles, types, allegories, or layered language

Questions This Course Helps Answer

  • Where did Jesus say the Old Testament foretold his suffering and resurrection?
  • How does Peter use Psalm 16 to argue that Jesus’ soul was not left in Hades and his flesh did not see corruption?
  • Why does the course connect Acts 2 with the promise made to David in 2 Samuel 7 and 1 Chronicles 17?
  • What does the title “Christ” mean, and where does the Old Testament speak about the anointed one?
  • How is Jesus presented as the prophet like Moses from Deuteronomy 18?
  • How does 1 Samuel 2 relate to the idea of a faithful priest?
  • Why does Ezekiel 34 matter for understanding Jesus as the one good shepherd?
  • How does Psalm 41 connect betrayal, innocence, enemies, and resurrection language?
  • What role does Amos 9 play in the discussion of the Gentiles seeking the Lord?
  • Which resurrection prophecies are quoted or alluded to in the New Testament?
  • Which additional passages did early Christian writers read as pointing to the resurrection?
  • Why might Christians today overlook many of these Old Testament resurrection prophecies?

Lesson-by-Lesson Guide

Lecture 1: All in Fulfillment of Old Testament Prophecies.

This opening lesson frames the resurrection as the central event of the Christian faith and begins with Jesus’ statements in Luke 18 and Luke 24 that his death and resurrection fulfilled the Scriptures. Pike then looks to Peter’s preaching in Acts and begins with Psalm 16, emphasizing Hades, corruption, resurrection, and the right hand of God.

  • Why does the course begin with Luke 18 and Luke 24?
  • What did Jesus say would be fulfilled in his suffering and resurrection?
  • How does Peter use Psalm 16 in Acts 2?
  • What does Psalm 16 say about Hades and corruption?

Lecture 2: Does the Old Testament Speak Directly About "the Christ?"

This lesson examines Peter’s allusion to the promise that God would raise up the Christ to sit on David’s throne. It focuses on 2 Samuel 7 and 1 Chronicles 17, the meaning of “Christ” as the anointed one, and why Pike argues that the promise ultimately points beyond Solomon to Jesus.

  • Does the Old Testament speak about the Christ or anointed one?
  • What promise did God make to David about his seed and throne?
  • Why does Pike argue that the Davidic promise was not ultimately fulfilled by Solomon?
  • How do the triumphal entry accounts connect Jesus with the Son of David?

Lecture 3: Third – Fifth Prophesies of the Resurrection

This lesson traces several more passages Peter quotes or alludes to, including Deuteronomy 18, 1 Samuel 2, and Ezekiel 34. Pike connects these texts through the language of God raising up one who is prophet, faithful priest, king, and shepherd.

  • How is Jesus connected to the prophet like Moses in Deuteronomy 18?
  • What is the faithful priest prophecy in 1 Samuel 2?
  • How does Ezekiel 34 describe the one shepherd God would raise up?
  • How do the roles of prophet, priest, king, and shepherd converge in Jesus?

Lecture 4: Sixth & Seventh Prophecies About Resurrection

This lesson turns to Psalm 41 and Amos 9. Pike discusses betrayal by a close companion who shared bread, the request that God raise the innocent sufferer, and the raised tabernacle of David as connected with the Gentiles seeking the Lord.

  • How does Psalm 41 connect to Judas and the betrayal of Jesus?
  • What does Psalm 41 say about being raised up because of innocence?
  • How is Amos 9 used in Acts 15?
  • Why does the raised tabernacle of David matter for the Gentiles?

Lecture 5: Other Prophecies About the Resurrection, Seen by Early Christian Writers.

After the seven prophecies referenced in the New Testament, this lesson considers additional passages early Christian writers saw as pointing to the resurrection. Pike discusses Psalm 3, Genesis 49, Numbers 24, the imagery of sleep and rising, and the lion of Judah.

  • How did Irenaeus read Psalm 3 in relation to Christ’s death and resurrection?
  • Why does the course discuss sleep as a figure for death?
  • How are Genesis 49 and Numbers 24 connected with the lion imagery?
  • What question is raised by the phrase about who will rouse or raise him?

Lecture 6: Why Do so Many Christians Miss These Prophecies Today?

This lesson asks why many Christians overlook resurrection prophecies and compares their hiddenness to riddles, types, allegories, and words with more than one meaning. Pike also summarizes what the examined prophecies teach about Jesus’ lineage, death, resurrection, roles, and mission to Jews and Gentiles.

  • Why might resurrection prophecies be missed by many readers?
  • How can riddles and double meanings function in biblical prophecy?
  • What does the course summarize about Jesus’ lineage and mission?
  • What roles does Jesus fulfill according to the prophecies studied?

Lecture 7: Resurrection Prophecies Recap (Audio Only)

This audio recap gathers the course’s main arguments about general Old Testament prophecies of Jesus’ resurrection. It revisits Luke 24, Peter’s preaching, the Law of Moses, the Psalms, the Prophets, and the range of passages Pike connects to Christ’s resurrection and identity.

  • How does Luke 24 frame the whole study of resurrection prophecy?
  • Where does the course find resurrection prophecies across the Old Testament?
  • How do the prophecies point to Jesus as king, priest, prophet, and shepherd?
  • What does the recap say about Jews, Gentiles, and the hope placed in Christ?

Survey: Resurrection Prophecies

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