Lesson 8: Resurrection and Ascension Flashcards
What is meant by “resurrection?”
- Resurrection means to be raised from the dead.
Give a bible quote that says Jesus resurrected.
“But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead”
Give a bible quote that shows the importance of resurrection.
“And if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith”
How many days after death did Jesus resurrect?
- Jesus resurrected 3 days after his death.
What was the name of the female follower who found Jesus missing?
- The name of the female follower who found Jesus missing was Mary Magdalene.
What did the 2 angels in Jesus’ tomb tell Mary Magladene? (2p)
- Jesus has been resurrected (spread the message)
- Jesus will come back again on Judgement Day.
True or False. Jesus prophesised his resurrection.
True. Jesus told his followers that he will be resurrected.
Who were the 2 men Mary Magladene told first about the resurrection?
- The 2 disciples Mary told first were Peter and John.
What were the names of the 2 men who were travelling to Emmaus?
The names of the 2 men were:
- Cleopas
- Simon
Who appeared to Cleopas and Simon as they were travelling?
- Jesus appeared to Cleopas and Simon.
Although he concealed himself at first
True or False. Jesus made himself seen to Cleopas and Simon straight away.
False. Jesus “concealed” himself at first.
What does Jesus’ concealment from Cleopas and Simon suggest?
- His concealment may suggest he arose in spirit- form.
This is why they couldn’t see him
How many days did Jesus show himself to his disciples (according to the bible?)
- Jesus showed himself for 40 days
When Jesus showed himself to his disciples, what did he encourage them to do?
- Jesus encouraged his disciples to:
- Touch his wounds
- Look at hands/ feet
- Watch him eat
What does Jesus’ encouragement of observing physicality (ie. hands/ feet) suggest?
- Jesus encouragement of observing physicality suggests he ressurected in his “human form.”
Give a moment in the story of resurrection that proves Jesus arose as a spirit.
- Jesus first concealed himself when he appeared to Cleopas and Simon.
Give a moment in the story of resurrection that proves Jesus arose in a physical body
- Jesus advised his followers to touch his wounds and look at his feet.
When do Christians believe they will be resurrected (2 views)?
- Some say: soul resurrected soon after death
- Some say: dead resurrected in future.
What form do Christians believe they will resurrect in?(2 views)
- Bodily resurrection: physcial body transformed into spiritual body.
- Just spiritual (the soul)
What 2 denominations agree that there will be a “bodily resurrection? “
- Catholics
- Orthodox
What is meant by a “bodily resurrection?”
- Bodily resurrection: Physical body at death is restored and turns into a spiritual body.
Give a quote that shows the difference between a living and resurrected body.
“The body that is sown is perishable, it is raised imperishable”
What does the reference of a spiritual body being raised in the bible suggest?
- Suggests there is a physical element to resurrection.
Proof for Catholic and Orthodox
What is the importance of Jesus’ resurrection? (3 points)
- Shows the power of good over evil and life over death
- Christians’ sins will be forgiven if they follow God’s laws.
- No need to fear death
What did Jesus’ resurrection prove?
- Jesus’ resurrection proved that he was The Son of God.
Omnipotence
What does Jesus’ resurrection prove about his sacrifice?
- Jesus’ resurrection proves that his sacrifice was sufficient.
How does a belief in resurrection impact Christians today? (4 points)
- Means life after death is real
- Gives hope of future life with Jesus
- Gives confidence in face of death.
- Inspires Christians to follow God: so they can be with God in this life and next
What was the “ascension?”
The ascension was when Jesus rose to heaven 40 days after resurrected from death.
Give a gospel quote that speaks about the ascension.
“While he was blessing them, he left them and was taken up to heaven.”
Which 2 gospels speak about Jesus’ ascension?
- Mark
- Luke
What is the importance of Jesus’ ascension? (2 points)
- Jesus is in heaven
- Jesus sends the Holy Spirit for comfort on earth
When does Jesus send the Holy Spirit to earth for comfort?
- Jesus sends the Holy Spirit 10 days after the ascension.
