Small Group Discussion
Matthew 28:1-10
1. Read Matthew 28:1-10. What do you think the two Mary’s were thinking as they made their way to the tomb of Jesus? What emotions would you have been experiencing if you had been in their place?
2. There is an earthquake and an angel appears at the tomb. The guards were afraid, but the women listen to the angel. What would you be thinking if you had heard what the angel had to say to the women? What questions would you have had for the angel?
3. What is significant about this angel appearing to the women at the empty tomb? The Bible says the women left the tomb and ran with a mixture of fear and joy. What does this image mean to you?
4. The women have an encounter with Jesus after his resurrection. What is their initial response? What can we learn from their example? Why do you think that Jesus told the women to not be afraid?y?
5. The resurrection of Jesus is the most important fact of the Christian faith. Why? How does the resurrection of Jesus give us hope for today and for all eternity? How can this Life Group keep each other hopeful as followers of Jesus?