Examining Easter

Is the Resurrection or a ?

1 Corinthians 15:17-19

What is the evidence that Jesus resurrected? There are four pieces to our puzzle.

1. Jesus was .

Matthew 27:45-46
Matthew 27:50-54

Much as been said about Jesus, but what did Jesus say about himself?

• Jesus claimed to be more than a ; Jesus claimed to be
• Some contemporaries of Jesus said He was a ; others said He was a . 
• Islam reveres Jesus as a and Buddhism regards Him as . 
• Jesus claimed to be God who sins.

Matthew 17:22-23

Jesus’ resurrection His incredible claims.

Your past, present, and future are forgiven.

2. The tomb was .

Matthew 28:1-6

We should share our .

Jesus was resurrected not .

3. Jesus to hundreds.

Matthew 28:11-15

4. The the Resurrection made.

Within a month, the disciples moved from fear to the faith.

Jesus of Nazareth was a historical person who was executed by crucifixion. Three days after His burial, His tomb was empty. What happened?

What does the Resurrection make to you?

Your story is the missing piece of the puzzle.