The Name and Fame of Jesus #7 Jesus’ Resurrection and Appearance
March 31, 2024 Pastor: Ryan Rice Series: The Name and Fame of Jesus
Topic: Easter Scripture: John 20:1–31
The Name and Fame of Jesus
#7 Jesus’ Resurrection and Appearance
Lead/Founding Pastor: Ryan Rice
Easter Sunday, March 31st, 2024
THE PASSAGE
John 20:1-31,ESV
- Mary saw the Lord (vs.1-18)
- The disciples saw the Lord (vs.19-25)
- Thomas saw the Lord (vs.26-29)
THE POWER
The Resurrection Changes Everything
- Mary is moved from tears to joy (vs.11,15-16)
- The disciples move from fear to courage (vs.19, 21-22, Acts 1:8,2:1-4)
- Thomas moved from doubt to assurance (vs.25, 27-28)
THE PLEA
Three Essentials of Our Faith Revealed at the Resurrection
1. We must live by faith - Thomas finally believed!
(Romans 1:17, Hebrews 11:6, John 20:28-29)
2. We must always have hope. – The disciples had hope!
(Psalms 42:11, Isaiah 40:31, John 20:4)
3. We must believe that we are loved by God. – Mary felt so loved by Jesus.
(Romans 5:8, John 3:16, John 20:16, Matthew 10:29-30)
TALK IT OVER
Ice Breaker: Share a funny or memorable Easter memory or tradition you have experienced with your family or friends.
1. Take a minute to review the sermon outline and read the passage. John 20:1-31, ESV
2. How did Mary's encounter with the resurrected Jesus change her emotions from sorrow to joy? (John 20:11, 15-16)
3. Reflect on the disciples' transformation from fear to courage after seeing Jesus. How did Jesus' appearance affect their demeanor and actions? (John 20:19, 21-22, Acts 1:8, Acts 2)
4. Explore Thomas moving from doubt to assurance upon encountering Jesus. What changed Thomas' perspective, and how did he respond? (John 20:25, 27-28)
5. Reflect on how the resurrection of Jesus impacts our lives and faith today. (Romans 6:4, 1 Corinthians 15:20)
6. Consider the role of faith in our relationship with God. (Romans 1:17, Hebrews 11:6)
7. Discuss the concept of hope in light of the disciples' experience. (Psalms 42:11, Isaiah 40:31)
8. Reflect on how knowing we are loved by God impacts our lives and faith journey. (Romans 5:8, John 3:16)
9. Explore how belief in God's love influences our actions and attitudes towards others. (1 John 4:19, Matthew 22:37-39)
10. Discuss practical ways to live out our faith, hold onto hope, and embrace God's love in our daily lives. (James 2:14-17, Ephesians 3:17-19)
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