What memories do you have of Easter growing up? Did you have any Easter traditions or things you often did?

What were the three categories of people surrounding the death and resurrection of Jesus that Brandon covered? Read Matthew 28:5-6.
• What two women were at the tomb?
• What is particularly encouraging about verse 6 (Jesus keeps His word)?

Read Matthew 26:35, 74.
• Why did Peter deny Jesus?
• What does II Timothy 1:7 say about fear? In light of this verse, why do we struggle with fear?

Read Matthew 27:65-66.
• Why do you think God included this piece of information in the Bible?
• The number of soldiers guarding the tomb is estimated at between three and 16.

Going Deeper...
Pastor Brandon spoke about the guards who were posted at the tomb of Jesus and how they were there to ensure no one stole His corpse to spread false rumors. Then, failing that, they were bribed not to speak of what happened at the tomb. How are you being tempted to deny the truth of Christ's resurrection? How can you respond?