Prove it!  Did Jesus Really Rise From the Dead?

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There is much convincing evidence for Jesus’ resurrection.

I.  What are the basic claims?

A.  Jesus died and was buried in a tomb.

B.  His tomb was empty three days later.

C.  His disciples reported seeing Him alive.

II.  What proof is there to support the claim that “God raised Jesus from the dead?”

A.  Jesus proved He was alive;

Acts 1:1-3; Luke 24:36-43; 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

B.  What are some alternative explanations?

1. The _______________ theory.
2. The _______________ theory.
3. The _______________ theory.
4. The __________ __________ theory.

C.  What other evidence is there for Jesus’ resurrection?

1. The ____________ were the first witnesses, Matt. 28:9.
2. The preaching of the resurrection in ____________, Ac. 1:8.
3. The appeal to ________________, 1 Cor. 15:5-8.
4. The beginning of the ______________, 1 Cor. 15:14, 17.
5. The abandonment of ________________, Ac. 15:10-11.
6. The changed _________________ of the disciples, Ac. 4:13.
7. The conversion of __________________.

• Jewish Priests, Acts 6:7
• Thomas, John 20:24-28
• Saul, Galatians 1:23
• James & Jude, John 7:5; Acts 1:14; James 1:1; Jude 1:1