Questions to be answered in this chapter of the narrative: Introduction We have entered the final major section of the Gospel of Matthew, which leads us through the final week of Christ’s earthly ministry and includes the last supper, His death, resurrection, post appearances, and ascension into heaven. In real life time, these events only cover six days, but it covers about a third of the gospel of Matthew. So, buckle up; we will spend some time in this essential part of the narrative of Matthew.  Chapter 20 closes out with the transition into this third and final section of Matthew which begins Jesus’ final week on earth: Matthew 20:29-34, “And…

The Resurrection of Jesus Questions to be answered in this study Why did the disciples not believe the resurrection of Jesus took place? What was the gift that Jesus gave to the disciples when He met with them after His resurrection?  What was the primary purpose of the resurrection of Christ? Did you ever doubt your salvation? What is the greatest assurance that you are saved? How long did it take the disciples to decide to meet Jesus in Galilee after His resurrection? How many people saw Jesus after His resurrection at one time? The Bible says in Matthew 28:16-17, that when the disciples saw Jesus after his resurrection some…

The Killing of Jesus Questions to be answered in this study What are the three things most significant to the Christian faith, the capstone without which there would be no faith or hope? What proof do we have that Jesus rose from the grave? In what way was Mary the mother of Jesus like everyone else? What is true faith? What is the Biblical reason for not being afraid? When John entered the tomb, what convinced him that Jesus had arisen? Why did Jesus want the disciples to meet Him in Galilee rather than Jerusalem? Who was first to see Jesus alive after the resurrection? What finally convinced the disciples…