Resurrection
Who discovered the empty tomb first on Easter Sunday?
Mary Magdalene
Who brought the news of Jesus' resurrection to the disciples?
Mary Magdalene
What was written on the sign placed above Jesus on the cross?
“King of the Jews”?
What meal did Jesus share with His disciples before His arrest?
the Last Supper
Because Jesus rose from the dead, what kind of hope do Christians have?
a living or eternal hope
What did the angel say to the women at the tomb?
“He is not here; He has risen”
Which disciple doubted Jesus' resurrection until he saw Him?
Thomas
What happened to the curtain in the temple when Jesus died?
it was torn in two
In what garden did Jesus pray before being arrested?
Garden of Gethsemane
What does the resurrection of Jesus show about His victory over sin and death?
He defeated them
On which day did Jesus rise from the dead?
3rd day
What did Jesus ask Peter three times after the resurrection?
“Do you love Me?”
What did one of the criminals next to Jesus ask Him to do?
“remember me when You come into Your kingdom”
Who betrayed Jesus with a kiss?
Judas Iscariot
What does the resurrection confirm about Jesus’ identity?
that He truly is the Son of God
What Roman governor authorized Jesus’ crucifixion?
Pontius Pilate
What did Jesus show His disciples to prove He was really alive?
His hands and His side
What did a Roman centurion say after seeing how Jesus died?
“Surely this man was the Son of God”
As Jesus carried His cross, who was forced to help Him?
Simon of Cyrene
What kind of life is available to believers because of the resurrection?
eternal life
What was the name of the tomb owner where Jesus was buried?
hint: Matthew 27:57-61
Joseph of Arimathea
How many people did Jesus appear to at once, according to 1 Corinthians 15?
more than 500
What does the cross represent for believers today?
forgiveness, salvation, and victory over sin
Who did Pilate offer to release instead of Jesus?
Barabbas
What power is made available to believers through Jesus’ resurrection?
power to live a transformed life and to lead others to transformation