SEARCHLIGHT
What do you know about the only dead man who came back to life?
SCRIPTURE
After his suffering, He [Jesus Christ] presented Himself to them and gave many convincing proofs that He was alive. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God. Acts 1:3 NIV
SPOTLIGHT
Dead men do not come back to life, but Jesus Christ did! In the above Scripture focus, it indicates that Jesus wanted to prove that He had died, been buried for 3 days, and was raised from the dead by the Holy Spirit. Jesus gave many convincing proofs. Here is the reason why this is so important to you. The Bible says “And if the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, He who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies because of His Spirit who lives in you.” [Romans 8:11 NIV]
Begin a journey by delving into Jesus Christ’s final 40 days on earth. Discover the many convincing proofs that Jesus Christ is the one, true living God, Savior of the world, Lord of lords and King of kings. Here is where to start your journey………….
Jesus Christ’s Resurrection story is all about the empty tomb. All 4 Gospels tell that story from various perspectives. Each account is worth reading and none of them conflict with the other accounts. Read Matthew 28:1-8, Mark 16:1-8, Luke 24:1-12, and John 20:1-10.
There were 11 resurrection appearances of Jesus Christ. Enjoy seeing what the disciples witnessed, as you peer into the face of Jesus Christ, your Savior and Lord. The following Scriptures are in the order in which people saw the risen Savior face to face:
Resurrection Day
5 Resurrection Appearances on the third day after Jesus’ death – Jesus Christ appeared to:
#1 Mary Magdalene in the garden – Mark 16:9-11; John 20:11-18
#2 The other women with Mary returning from the empty tomb – Matthew 28:9,10
#3 Cleopas and another disciple on the Emmaus Road – Luke 24:13-35; Mark 16:12,13
#4 Peter in Jerusalem – Luke 24:34; 1 Corinthians 15:5
#5 The Ten Apostles with Thomas absent – Luke 24:36-49; John 20:19-23
Remaining 40 Days of Resurrection Appearances
5 Resurrection Appearances over a number of weeks - Acts 1:3 - Jesus Christ appeared to:
#6 Thomas and the other Apostles eight days after the Resurrection – John 20:24-31
#7 Seven Apostles by the Sea of Galilee – Jesus Christ’s third appearance to His disciples –
These seven disciples were the fishermen - John 21:1-24
#8 The Eleven Apostles on a Galilean mountain – Matthew 28:16-20
#9 500 believers at one time - 1 Corinthians 15:6
#10 James, the half-brother of Jesus - 1 Corinthians 15:7
Ascension Day
Final Resurrection Appearance – Jesus Christ returns to heaven which is witnessed by:
#11 The Eleven Apostles on the Mount of Olives – Luke 24:50-53; Acts 1:4-11
SOMETHING TO DO
There is only one dead man’s life that has changed the world. Now that you have come
FACE TO FACE WITH THE RESURRECTED CHRIST, you can confidently believe that:
#1 Jesus Christ is everything He claimed to be- Savior, Healer, Lord of lords, King of kings.
#2 Jesus Christ lives within you when you confess Him as your Savior [Romans 10:9,10]
#3 Jesus Christ can heal your body, mind and spirit. [Romans 8:11]
#4 Jesus Christ is the same today and tomorrow as He was when He arose. [Hebrew 13:8-10]
#5 Jesus Christ is looking forward to you joining Him in heaven. [John 14:1-4]
#6 Jesus Christ is worthy of you living your life to honor Him. [Philippians 1:21]
SOUL TIME PRAYER
Lord Jesus Christ, I confess You to be my personal Savior and Lord. I bow only to You. I give You my life. [Philippians 2:1-11] Thank you for leaving heaven and coming to earth to die for my sin and then rising from the grave to prove You are all who You claimed to be. AMEN!