127. John 20:1-2, "A Great Mystery"

A. The Importance of the Resurrection 1. The Resurrection Demonstrates… 2. Jesus was delivered up for…. And raised for … 3. Why is Christianity simply pitiful if there is no resurrection? B. The First Day 1. Why is the emphasis on the first day odd? 2. What does the evangelist not record? C. The Women 1. How many women went to the tomb? 2. Application: Love to Christ is very often exhibited in proportion to the grace received. 3. What does John’s Gospel omit that is included in Mark’s Gospel? D. The Announcement 1. What message does Mary Magdalen bring to Peter? 2. What does not seem to occur to anyone at this point? 3. Application: The Gospel accounts are reliable.