The Disciples
Which disciple denied Jesus three times?
Peter
How many other people does the Bible describe being crucified with Jesus?
On which day of the week did Jesus rise from the dead?
Sunday (which is why we gather for worship on Sundays!)
What do Easter Eggs represent?
The tomb that Jesus was buried in
Which disciple betrayed Jesus?
Judas Iscariot
What did the soldiers do with Jesus‘ clothes?
They “cast lots” for them.
What did Jesus do with the clothes He was buried in?
He folded them and left them in the tomb
What is the most popular Easter candy in the United States?
Reesee’s Peanut Butter & Chocolate Easter Eggs
Which disciple outran the other to get to the empty tomb first?
John
What happened in the Temple after Jesus had died?
The curtain was torn in two.
Who were the first two people to meet Jesus after He rose from the dead in Matthew’s account?
Mary and Mary Magdelene
True or False: The word “Easter” is found in the Bible.
FALSE, it is NOT found in the Bible.
Which disciple was with Jesus and His mother Mary at the crucifixion?
John
What was written on the sign above Jesus’ head on the cross?
”Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews”
What did the Jews tell the soldiers to say happened to Jesus’ body?
That the disciples had stolen it.
True or False: Every branch of Christianity celebrates Easter on the same Sunday each year.
False.
Which disciple said that he would not believe Jesus had risen from the dead until he touched his hands and his side?
Thomas
Which prophet did the bystanders think that Jesus was calling to when He said, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?”
Elijah
Who did Mary mistake Jesus for at His tomb after His resurrection?
A gardener.
True or False: people spend more money celebrating Thanksgiving than Easter.
False. Americans spend approximately $5 Billion celebrating Thanksgiving, but spend approximately $20 Billion celebrating Easter each year.