The First To See

The sermon centers on the transformative power of the resurrection, using Mary Magdalene's encounter with the risen Christ as a lens to emphasize that true faith is rooted in knowing and applying Scripture, not merely emotional reaction. It argues that the disciples' confusion and sorrow at the empty tomb stemmed from failing to internalize Christ's clear teachings about His death and resurrection, a failure that mirrors the modern Christian's tendency to neglect Scripture, leading to ineffective living and spiritual stagnation. Through the two questions Jesus posed—'Why weepest thou?' and 'Whom seekest thou?'—the message calls believers to examine their lives: are they mourning in ignorance, or rejoicing in the living God who is actively transforming them? The sermon passionately urges a return to the Bible as the source of truth, power, and identity, warning that without it, Christians become like those who serve dead gods, lacking real change and influence. Ultimately, it proclaims that the resurrection is not just a historical event but a living reality that demands a personal, ongoing relationship with a sovereign, present, and powerful Saviour.

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The First To See is an episode from Faith Bible Baptist Church Podcast by Frank Broughton.

This episode is 1:39:54 long.

This episode was published on Apr 5, 2026.

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