Easter Sunday - Trusting in the Risen Jesus

Trusting in the Risen Jesus

Luke 24

4-12-20

Easter Sunday

I. His Peace. (Luke 24:36-40)

John 14:27 – “Jesus said, ‘…my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives …Let not your hearts be troubled…or be afraid.’”

II. His Joy. (Luke 24:41-43)

Deep enjoyment of the soul that comes from a confidence in God and trusting that all things work together for my good and God’s glory.

John 15:11 (NLT) – “Jesus said, I have told you these things so that you will be filled with my joy. Yes, your joy will overflow!”

2 Corinthians 7:4 - “I am overflowing with joy in spite of all our trouble.”

III. His Accomplishment. (Luke 24:44-48)

John 19:30 – Jesus said, “It is finished…”

IV. His Power. (Luke 24:49-53)

April Transformation Verse and Weekly Verse: Luke 24:46 – “It is written, that the Christ should suffer and on the third day rise from the dead.” 

Weekly Reading Plan: Luke 24, Psalm 28, Matthew 28

 Going Deeper This Week

1. Read Luke 24:36-53 and discuss with someone.
2. How does Easter cause you to appreciate God during this tough season?
3. Describe to someone how Jesus’ resurrection impacts your daily life.
4. Discuss what resurrection living looks like in today’s world? (Luke 4:18-19; John 8:36; 1 Corinthians 15:57-58; 2 Corinthians 5:8, 17; Galatians 2:20; Philippians 3:10, Colossians 3:1-4 and Revelation 3:7)