​Initiate

A video introduction using illustrations, personal stories, metaphors, or active learning examples to begin the discussion.

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Interact

After the video, prompts are supplied for thinking and sharing with others personal perception and experience. This opening activity prompts participants to think about and relate to the topic, and to share with others. 

Read the following quotes about the meaning and power of Jesus Christ’s resurrection. Which one resonates with you the most—and why? What does it reveal about the significance of His comeback moment?

“The resurrection is not merely consolation—it is restoration.”
–Tim Keller

“Resurrection means the worst thing is never the last thing.”
–Frederick Buechner

“The message of Easter is that God’s new world has been unveiled in Jesus Christ and that you’re now invited to belong to it.”
–N.T. Wright

“We live and die; Christ died and lived!”
–John Stott

“It’s Friday…but Sunday’s coming!”
–Tony Campolo

“By His death He destroyed him who had the power of death. By His resurrection He brought life and immortality to light.”
–Ellen White

Insight

The Bible discussion begins with a careful reading of the whole passage, either from your own Bibles, or from the provided images below.

Then participants are to ask:

1. What is going on in this passage of Scripture?
2. What are the key words and phrases? Highlight them.
3. Why do you think this passage is included in the Bible?
4. What does it contribute to our “knowing Christ” and “living in Christ”?

Download PDF of Matthew 28:1-7

The resurrection of Jesus wasn’t quiet or gentle—it showed up loud and clear. The earth shook. A glowing angel dropped in, rolled away the stone, and then sat on it like a boss (Matthew 28:2–3). Even the Roman soldiers—trained to face death—hit the ground in fear. This moment wasn’t just spiritual; it was physical, powerful, and impossible to ignore. And yet, while the truth broke through, a fake story started spreading through the city (Matthew 28:11–15). It’s a reminder: real hope will always face resistance.

But listen to what the angel says—three simple, life-shaping commands: “Don’t be afraid. Come and see. Go and tell” (Matthew 28:5–7). These aren’t just for the women at the tomb—they’re for us. Face your fear. Look closely at the truth. And share the hope with someone who needs it.

If the resurrection really happened—and it did—then fear, failure, and even death don’t get the final word. Paul says without it, faith would be useless (1 Corinthians 15:17). But Peter calls it a “living hope” (1 Peter 1:3), and John reminds us: If you have Jesus, you have life (1 John 5:12).