Jesus was victorious over sin. And, death was defeated as well by Jesus through His resurrection. Our sins were paid for by the Lord's death, and death was defeated since the law was satisfied. Sin no longer had power to condemn. He came to give us life and that life abundantly.
Resurrection is the restoration of life.
Once sin had been dealt with, mankind was a group of forgiven dead men. We still needed life. They are foolishness to the world. Some would argue that a dead man can't help himself or ask for anything at all. For if while we were enemies, we were reconciled to God through the death of His Son, much more, having been reconciled, we shall be saved by His life.