Crucifixion, Death, and Resurrection
QUESTION 1 : Read Matthew 27:1-56, Mark 15:1-47, Luke 23:1-56, John 19:1-42
What are the things that stand out to you in your initial reading of these passages?
QUESTION 2 : Reflect and discuss the impact of Jesus' sacrifice on the cross. Talk as a group about this profound act of love and how this should affect our daily lives? How does this currently impact your daily life and interactions with others?
QUESTION 3 : Consider the personal impact of Jesus' death on those who witnessed it. How does the cross shape our perspective on personal sacrifices and challenges we may face as young adults?
QUESTION 4 : Read Matthew 28:1-20, Mark 16:1-20, Luke 24:1-53, John 20:1-31
What are the things that stand out to you in your initial reading of these passages?
QUESTION 5 : Reflect and discuss the transformative power of Jesus' resurrection from the dead. How does this transformation impact our daily lives, our relationships with people, and the goals we set for our future?
QUESTION 6 : How do the women at the tomb and the disciples' initial alarm and disbelief mirror our own struggles with faith and doubt at times? How can we find assurance in the resurrection of Jesus? What are your current struggles with faith and doubt?
QUESTION 7 : Consider and discuss Jesus' commission to go make disciples. How can we practically apply this command to influence positive change in the places that we are on a day to day basis (campus, work, home, friendships, ect). How are you currently doing at living out this command in your own life?
QUESTION 8 : Discuss the ways has the resurrection of Jesus changed your life personally? What are some ways that the resurrection of Jesus is changing your life on a daily basis?