Discussion Questions

Sermon Overview

The resurrection of Jesus proves God has kept all his ancient promises and so will come through on all his promises that lie ahead.

Digging Deeper

1. What assumptions have you seen people have that keep them from “getting” Jesus? What barriers did you have to overcome to receive Jesus?

2. Jesus helps his disciples understand God’s plan by going to all the Scriptures (i.e., the Old Testament) and showing how it was about himself (24:27). How does Jesus’ approach affect the way we approach reading and understanding the Bible?

3. What was that moment like when you understood who Jesus was for the first time? If you haven’t yet experienced that, what do you think holds you back?

4. In the sermon, it was said that we can sometimes think Jesus is far away, even when he’s right alongside us. How might this be (or has it been) true in your life?

5. Why doesn’t God always conform to your expectations? Why might this actually be a good thing?

6. How can you grow in letting God’s Word define your expectations for life?

7. What situation or circumstance in your life right now tends to overshadow the power of the resurrection?

8. Consider a circumstance you’re in right now. How can the fact that Jesus is truly alive help you endure it well?

Prayer

The Resurrected Jesus Appears