2. Purpose of gospel stated in 20:30, 31 Many signs given Ultimate sign in chp. 20 Aim: belief leading to salvation

3. Cornerstone of our existence Hope of salvation Hope of eternal life Gives meaning to life Basis of living right

5. Jesus rose on the first day of the week, 20:1 Universally attested, Mt. 28:1; Mk. 16:1, 2; Lk. 24:1 Timeline The Lord’s Day, Rev. 1:10; Acts 20:7; 1 Cor. 16:1, 2 ThFriSatSun Resurrection PassoverPassover FeastFeast Double Sabbath BurialBurial CrossCross

6. Mary found an empty tomb, 20:1-10 An angel moved the stone, Mt. 28:2-4 Peter & John ran to see If not raised, where was the body? ­ If disciples took it, why run to tomb? 1 Cor. 15:14-19 ­ If Jews or Romans took it, why not produce it? Mt. 28:11-15

7. Jesus appeared to Mary, 20:11-18 Mary saw two angels Mary saw Jesus ­ Did not recognize, Mk. 16:12; Lk. 24:16 ­ Questions for Mary ­ Recognized Him when He spoke ­ Jesus not immediately leaving ­ First to see Him, Mk. 16:9

8. The ten see Him, 20:19-23 Still first day In hiding Miraculous appearance Peace Not a ghost, 1 Jn. 1:1-3 Joy Mission to do Teach gospel to save souls, Lk. 24:46-49; Acts 1:5

9. Thomas doubted the testimony, 20:24-29 Needed proof: see, touch Took place of all skeptics for all ages Jesus appeared to and admonished him Great confession Blessed are those who do not see, yet believe

11. Purpose of gospel stated in 20:30, 31 Many signs given Ultimate sign in chp. 20 Aim: belief leading to salvation

12. Cornerstone of our existence Hope of salvation Hope of eternal life Gives meaning to life Basis of living right