Theory question 104
Resurrection and Ascension of JesusNarrate the story of the resurrection and appearance of Jesus to the women in the gospel of Matthew. What is the significance of the resurrection to christians?
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After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb (Matthew 28:1).
There was a great earthquake; an angel rolled back the stone and sat on it; the guards trembled and became like dead men (Matthew 28:2-4).
The angel told the women not to fear: Jesus who was crucified had risen as He said; they should see the place and tell the disciples He was going before them to Galilee (Matthew 28:5-7).
They ran with fear and great joy to tell the disciples (Matthew 28:8).
Jesus met them and greeted them; they held His feet and worshipped Him (Matthew 28:9).
He told them not to fear but to tell His brethren to go to Galilee, where they would see Him (Matthew 28:10).
Significance: proves Jesus is the Son of God and His claims true; victory over death and sin; assures believers of their own resurrection and eternal life; foundation of Christian faith and hope (1 Corinthians 15:14-20); gives believers new life and power; confirms God accepted His sacrifice.
Follow Matthew 28:1-10 in order, then give several points of significance.