Reasons for Rejoicing in Jesus Christ (Matthew 28:1-20)

Sermon Notes:

Main idea: In Matthew 28, we have various testimonies collected for us and stitched together into a running narrative that provide for us three compelling reasons for rejoicing in the risen Jesus Christ, even though we’ve never seen him.

1. Jesus really died.
   a) The Women’s testimony
   b) The Angel’s testimony
   c) His Enemies’ testimony
   d) Jesus’ testimony

2. Jesus really rose.
   a) The Angel’s testimony
   b) Jesus’ testimony
   c) The Women’s testimony
   d) His Enemies’ testimony
   e) His Disciples’ testimony

3. Jesus really saves.
   a) Jesus’ testimony