Matthew 28:7
Then go quickly and tell His disciples, 'He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see Him.' See, I have told you."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 28:7?

2. How does Matthew 28:7 encourage us to share the resurrection message today?

3. What does "He has risen from the dead" reveal about Jesus' divine nature?

4. How does Matthew 28:7 connect with Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah?

5. In what ways can we "go quickly" to spread the Gospel message?

6. How does the angel's message in Matthew 28:7 strengthen our faith in Christ?

7. How does Matthew 28:7 affirm the resurrection of Jesus?

8. What historical evidence supports the events described in Matthew 28:7?

9. Why is the angel's message in Matthew 28:7 significant for Christian faith?

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

11. When did Mary Magdalene first meet the resurrected Jesus, and how did she react? She met him outside the tomb, mistook him for a gardener, then recognized him when he said her name (John 20:11-17).

12. What does the Bible say about women in ministry?

13. When did the disciples return to Galilee? They saw Jesus there after at least 40 days, as they were instructed to stay in Jerusalem until receiving power (Matthew 28:17, Luke 24:49, Acts 1:3-4).

14. Where did Jesus tell his disciples to stay after his resurrection? (Matthew 28:10 vs. Luke 24:49)
Discussion Questions
1. What significance does the angel's message hold for the women at the tomb, and how does it reflect their role in the resurrection account?

2. How does Jesus' instruction to meet in Galilee connect with His previous teachings and promises to the disciples?

3. In what ways does the urgency of the angel's command to "go quickly" apply to our own lives in sharing the gospel today?

4. How can we find assurance in Jesus' promise to go ahead of us, as He did with the disciples going to Galilee?

5. Reflect on a time when you had to step out in faith and obedience, trusting in God's promises. How did that experience strengthen your faith?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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