Matthew 28:5
But the angel said to the women, "Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 28:5?

2. How does Matthew 28:5 encourage us to overcome fear in our lives?

3. What role do angels play in delivering God's messages, as seen in Matthew 28:5?

4. How does "Do not be afraid" connect with other biblical assurances of peace?

5. How can we apply the angel's message to our daily challenges and fears?

6. In what ways does Matthew 28:5 strengthen our faith in Jesus' resurrection?

7. Why does the angel say, "Do not be afraid" in Matthew 28:5?

8. How does Matthew 28:5 support the belief in Jesus' resurrection?

9. What historical evidence supports the events described in Matthew 28:5?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 28?

11. What is the Bulgarian Orthodox Church?

12. If the Bible is historically accurate, why do different biblical books contradict each other in details such as the number of angels at Jesus' tomb?

13. What is the Zion Christian Church?

14. Is Christianity distinct from other religions?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the angel's message in Matthew 28:5 provide comfort and assurance to believers today?

2. In what ways can we actively seek Jesus in our daily lives, similar to the women at the tomb?

3. How can we be effective witnesses of the resurrection in our communities and workplaces?

4. What role do angels play in the Bible, and how does this understanding impact our view of God's interaction with the world?

5. How does the resurrection of Jesus influence our understanding of life, death, and eternity?1. How does the resurrection of Jesus affirm your faith in His divinity?

2. What do you learn about obedience and courage from the women who visited the tomb?

3. How does the reaction of the guards contrast with that of the women?

4. How does the conspiracy of the chief priests affect your understanding of truth and deceit?

5. How does Jesus' appearance to the women enhance your understanding of His post-resurrection encounters?

6. What does the Great Commission mean to you personally? How can you apply it in your life?

7. How does the phrase "I am with you always, even to the end of the age" offer comfort and encouragement in your faith journey?

8. How does the disciples' worship and doubt coexist in their encounter with the risen Jesus?

9. How can you handle and respond to misinformation or false narratives about Jesus in today's context, similar to the story spread by the chief priests?

10. How does the resurrection event affect your understanding of life, death, and eternity?

11. How can the actions of Mary Magdalene and the other Mary serve as an example in your own faith practice?

12. How can you work towards fulfilling the Great Commission in your everyday interactions?

13. What impact does the assurance of Jesus' omnipresence have on your approach to challenges?

14. How does the angel's message to the women about Jesus' resurrection inspire you to share the Gospel?

15. How does the resurrection story impact your view of the nature of God?

16. How does Matthew 28 inform your understanding of discipleship?

17. What can you infer about the authority of Jesus from His words in the Great Commission?

18. In what ways does the plot of the chief priests challenge the courage of your convictions?

19. How does the contrast between the faith of the women and the doubt of the guards speak to your own spiritual journey?

20. How does the ending of Matthew's Gospel inspire you to continue exploring the story of Jesus in other New Testament writings?

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