Yes, no doubt this is the view of many.

It is left to those of us who are not witnesses to listen not only to the claim of a miracle, but also its logic. Was there a resurrection? Maybe, but why does that matter? Could there be a restored relationship with God without a resurrection? No.

Our sins separate us from God; yes, he is forgiving, but he is also holy and cannot be so if he does not punish sin. The resurrection follows the willing death by one who was not himself a sinner and who also had the indestructible life of divinity so that he could give new life to all who believe.

As the saying goes: so that God could be just as well as the one who justifies those who believe.