Why the Resurrection Happens in Order — 1 Corinthians 15:20-23

B29L5 Are all resurrections the same? In 1 Corinthians 15:20-23, Paul reveals the resurrection happens in a specific order — and understanding it changes everything. This verse-by-verse study of 1 Corinthians 15 unpacks what the Bible really teaches about Christ the firstfruits and the order of resurrection. Starting from 1 Corinthians 15:20, Les Feldick takes you through the resurrection order — Christ as the firstfruits, then those who are in Christ at His coming. But this teaching goes much deeper, tracing God's entire program from Israel to the Church. Beginning in Acts 2, you'll see how Peter preached exclusively to the nation of Israel, calling them to repent of crucifying their Messiah. Then the narrative moves through Stephen's martyrdom in Acts 7, the conversion of Saul of Tarsus on the road to Damascus, and the pivotal moment in Acts 9:15 where God declares Saul a chosen vessel to bear His name before the Gentiles. Les explains how Acts 11:19 confirms that even after the resurrection, the early believers preached to none but Jews only — until God sovereignly raised up Paul and revealed the doctrines of grace at Mount Sinai. Key topics covered: • 1 Corinthians 15:20-23 — The resurrection order explained verse by verse • Why Christ is called the firstfruits of them that slept • The distinction between Israel and the Church in God's economies • Acts 2 and 3 — Peter's preaching to ye men of Israel only • Stephen's martyrdom and Saul of Tarsus as the chief persecutor • Acts 9:15 — Saul chosen as the apostle to the Gentiles • Acts 11:19 — Early believers preached to Jews only • Why Orthodox Jews are still waiting for their Messiah 1 Corinthians 15:20-23 explained, resurrection order verse by verse, Christ the firstfruits of resurrection, Israel vs Church Bible study, Acts 9:15 Paul sent to Gentiles, dispensational Bible teaching, Acts 11:19 Jews only. Les Feldick Bible Study brings you verse-by-verse Bible teaching that makes the scriptures come alive. Whether you're a new believer or have studied the Bible for decades, these teachings will deepen your understanding of God's Word. Les Feldick has a unique gift for explaining complex biblical concepts in a way that anyone can understand, using scripture to interpret scripture. 📖 Visit our website: www.lesfeldickbiblestudy.com If this study blessed you, please LIKE the video and SHARE it with someone who needs to hear this teaching. Your likes and shares help others find these Bible studies. 00:00 — Introduction: The Resurrection Order in 1 Corinthians 15 01:33 — 1 Corinthians 15:20 — Christ the Firstfruits of Resurrection 02:38 — 1 Corinthians 15:23 — Resurrection in His Own Order 03:57 — Who Are Those Who Are in Christ at His Coming 04:40 — Why Israel and the Church Are Separate Economies 05:50 — Review: Firstfruits and Israel's Feast Days 06:56 — Israel's Rejection of Their Messiah and King 07:42 — Acts 2 — Peter Preaches to Ye Men of Israel 08:56 — Acts 2:22-23 — You Have Crucified Your Messiah 10:13 — Acts 2:36 — Let the Whole House of Israel Know 10:55 — The Call to Repent and Be Baptized 11:19 — Acts 3 — Peter Again Preaches to Ye Men of Israel 12:37 — Peter Never Preached Death, Burial and Resurrection for Salvation 13:09 — Stephen's Martyrdom in Acts 7 15:35 — Stephen's Final Prayer — Lord Lay Not This Sin to Their Charge 15:45 — Acts 8:1 — Saul Consenting to Stephen's Death 16:04 — Acts 9 — The Parting of the Ways in God's Program 16:41 — Ananias and Saul — Acts 9:13-15 17:35 — The Jewish View: Jesus of Nazareth as an Imposter 18:45 — Why Orthodox Jews Are Still Waiting for Their Messiah 19:21 — The Red Heifer and Jewish Expectation of the Coming Messiah 20:12 — The Counterfeit Messiah — The Antichrist 20:53 — Saul's Zeal Against the Name of Jesus 21:12 — Acts 9:15 — Chosen Vessel to Bear My Name Before the Gentiles 21:41 — Jesus Confined His Ministry to Israel — Not to Gentiles 22:28 — Acts 11:19 — Preaching to None but Jews Only 23:57 — Paul's Escape from Damascus in a Basket 25:03 — Paul Preaches Christ in the Synagogues 25:57 — Paul in Arabia — Receiving the Doctrines of Grace at Mount Sinai 27:34 — Closing and Ministry Information