The Events and Evidence of Easter

Matthew 28: 1-15; 1 Corinthians 15: 16-20

Introduction: Does it matter if Jesus is God in human form?

Does it really matter if he rose from the grave? Does it make any difference in our lives today?

THE EVENTS

     1. in the garden

          It was not at all like the song.

     2. at the trial

          It would have been nice if one person had stood up for Jesus.

     3. on the Cross

          Crucifixion was the most disgraceful and cruel way to die.

     4. at the grave

          Then came the unthinkable.

THE EVIDENCE

     1. the empty tomb