How do we understand the concept of being raised from the dead in a spiritual sense?

The concept of being spiritually 'raised from the dead' is a profound theme in Scripture, primarily illustrated by Lazarus' literal resurrection in John 12. In Ephesians 2:1, we see that all who believe were dead in their trespasses and sins, yet God quickens or makes us alive together with Christ. This act of being raised spiritually signifies a transformation that allows believers to have fellowship with God and experience new life in Christ. It is not merely an acceptance of facts but an embrace of the Savior and a personal relationship with Him. This new life is manifested in a believer's ability to worship, serve, and live in accordance with God's will, empowered by the Holy Spirit.