1. The empty tomb (1-8)

When the Sabbath was over, several women came to the tomb to anoint Jesus' body. They discovered the stone was rolled away from its entrance. In the empty tomb, an angel told them that Jesus had risen. Christ won over the power of death. Through Jesus' resurrection, God demonstrated that our sins are forgiven, and the kingdom of God is open for us. As Jesus conquered death, we-in him-can overcome death. Christ rose again and is living!

2. Go and preach (9-20)

As the disciples fell into sorrow and fear, the risen Christ appeared to them and rebuked them for their unbelief. He gave them the world mission command: 'Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.' The disciples were fearful and weak. But the risen Lord had faith that they would go into all the world and preach the gospel in Jesus' name. He would empower them and enable them to do as they went and preached. After Jesus' ascension, they went out preached everywhere. 'Go and preach' is still Christ's command to us.


Application: Lord, help us go and preach the gospel depending on the authority that Jesus gives us.
One Word: Go and preach