Similarly, Luke’s writings relate several instances where the resurrection provided the basis for the Christian proclamation. Jesus taught that his death and resurrection were a central message of the OT (Luke 24:25–27). Peter held that the miracles that Jesus performed, and his resurrection in particular, were the chief indications that God approved his teachings (Acts 2:22–32). Paul’s teaching frequently utilized the resurrection as the basis of the gospel message (Acts 13:29–39; 17:30–31). Other