📖 Matthew — Chapter 28 (KJV)
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Matthew 28:1 In Rthe end of the sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first day of the week, came Mary Magdalene and the other Mary to see the sepulchre.
Matthew 28:2 And, behold, Rthere was a great earthquake: for the angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, and sat upon it.
Matthew 28:3 His Rcountenance was like lightning, and his raiment white as snow:
Matthew 28:4 And for fear of him Rthe keepers did shake, and became as dead men.
Matthew 28:5 And the angel answered and said unto the women, RFear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified.
Matthew 28:6 He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. RCome, see the place where the Lord lay.
Matthew 28:7 And go quickly, and tell his disciples that he is risen from the dead; and, behold, Rhe goeth before you into Galilee; there shall ye see him: lo, I have told you.
Matthew 28:8 And they departed quickly from the sepulchre Rwith fear and great joy; and did run to bring his disciples word.
Matthew 28:9 And as they went to tell his disciples, behold, Jesus met them, saying, RAll hail. And they came and held him by the feet, and worshipped him.
Matthew 28:10 Then said Jesus unto them, Be not afraid: go tell my brethren that they go into Galilee, and there shall they see me.
Matthew 28:11 Now when they were going, behold, Rsome of the watch came into the city, and shewed unto the chief priests all the things that were done.
Matthew 28:12 And when they were assembled with the elders, and had taken counsel, they gave large money unto the soldiers,
Matthew 28:13 Saying, Say ye, His disciples came by night, and Rstole him away while we slept.
Matthew 28:14 And if this come to the governor’s ears, we will persuade him, and secure you.
Matthew 28:15 So Rthey took the money, and did as they were taught: and this saying is commonly reported among the Jews until this day.
Matthew 28:16 Then Rthe eleven disciples went away into Galilee, into a mountain where Jesus had appointed them.
Matthew 28:17 And Rwhen they saw him, they worshipped him: but some doubted.
Matthew 28:18 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, RAll power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.
Matthew 28:19 Go Rye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:
Matthew 28:20 Teaching Rthem to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.
📚 Study This Chapter
📖 What We’re Reading
Matthew 28:1–7 — The empty sepulchre brings the resurrection announcement
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
The women approach at dawn, an angel rolls away the stone, and the guards tremble. The angel announces that Jesus is risen as he said and sends the women to tell the disciples.
Key Truth: Receive the resurrection announcement in relation to Jesus’ promise.
Check What You Remember
1. Complete the KJV wording: “In the end of the ____ , as it began to dawn toward the first day …” (Matthew 28:1)
Find it in Matthew 28:1 (KJV).
2. Complete the KJV wording: “And for ____ of him the keepers did shake, and became as dead …” (Matthew 28:4)
Find it in Matthew 28:4 (KJV).
3. Complete the KJV wording: “And go ____ , and tell his disciples that he is risen from …” (Matthew 28:7)
Find it in Matthew 28:7 (KJV).
📖 What We’re Reading
Matthew 28:8–15 — Jesus meets the women while a false report is arranged
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
The women depart with fear and joy, meet Jesus, and worship at his feet. Meanwhile, the leaders pay the guards to circulate a stolen-body explanation and promise protection from consequences.
Key Truth: Follow truthful witness rather than a story maintained by payment or fear.
Check What You Remember
1. Complete the KJV wording: “And they departed quickly from the sepulchre with ____ and great joy; and did run to bring his disciples …” (Matthew 28:8)
Find it in Matthew 28:8 (KJV).
2. Complete the KJV wording: “… when they were assembled with the elders, and had taken ____ , they gave large money unto the soldiers,” (Matthew 28:12)
Find it in Matthew 28:12 (KJV).
3. Complete the KJV wording: “So they ____ the money, and did as they were taught: and this …” (Matthew 28:15)
Find it in Matthew 28:15 (KJV).
📖 What We’re Reading
Matthew 28:16–20 — The risen Jesus commissions his disciples
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
The eleven meet Jesus in Galilee and worship, though some doubt. Jesus declares his authority and commissions them to teach all nations, baptize, teach obedience to his commands, and trust his continuing presence.
Key Truth: Join witness with teaching obedience and confidence in Jesus’ presence.
Check What You Remember
1. Complete the KJV wording: “____ the eleven disciples went away into Galilee, into a mountain …” (Matthew 28:16)
Find it in Matthew 28:16 (KJV).
2. Complete the KJV wording: “And ____ came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given …” (Matthew 28:18)
Find it in Matthew 28:18 (KJV).
3. Complete the KJV wording: “____ them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: …” (Matthew 28:20)
Find it in Matthew 28:20 (KJV).
Related Scripture (KJV)
1 Corinthians 15:4 — Paul’s account also connects Christ’s resurrection on the third day with the Scriptures.
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Reflect and Apply
What step can you take toward learning, living, and sharing what Jesus commands?
Advanced Questions and Answers
Study this chapter’s wording, patterns, contrasts, and meaning in greater depth.
1. Which account best distinguishes Matthew 28:1–7 (The empty sepulchre brings the resurrection announcement) from the other movements of this chapter?
2. Which account best distinguishes Matthew 28:8–15 (Jesus meets the women while a false report is arranged) from the other movements of this chapter?
3. Which account best distinguishes Matthew 28:16–20 (The risen Jesus commissions his disciples) from the other movements of this chapter?
4. What authority grounds the risen Jesus' commission?
5. How does the commission join teaching with assurance?
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