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"The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever."

— Isaiah 40:8

Matthew 28

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In the 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.

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And, behold, there 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.

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His countenance was like lightning, and his raiment white as snow:

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And for fear of him the keepers did shake, and became as dead men.

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And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified.

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He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay.

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And go quickly, and tell his disciples that he is risen from the dead; and, behold, he goeth before you into Galilee; there shall ye see him: lo, I have told you.

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And they departed quickly from the sepulchre with fear and great joy; and did run to bring his disciples word.

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And as they went to tell his disciples, behold, Jesus met them, saying, All hail. And they came and held him by the feet, and worshipped him.

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Then said Jesus unto them, Be not afraid: go tell my brethren that they go into Galilee, and there shall they see me.

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Now when they were going, behold, some of the watch came into the city, and shewed unto the chief priests all the things that were done.

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And when they were assembled with the elders, and had taken counsel, they gave large money unto the soldiers,

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Saying, Say ye, His disciples came by night, and stole him away while we slept.

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And if this come to the governor's ears, we will persuade him, and secure you.

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So they took the money, and did as they were taught: and this saying is commonly reported among the Jews until this day.

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Then the eleven disciples went away into Galilee, into a mountain where Jesus had appointed them.

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And when they saw him, they worshipped him: but some doubted.

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And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.

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Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:

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Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.

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Chapter Study & Analysis

Overview

Matthew 28 concludes the Gospel with the Resurrection of Jesus, His appearance to the women and disciples, and the commission to go and make disciples of all nations, backed by His promise of eternal presence.

CONTEMPORARY APPLICATIONS

1. Fear Not, He Is Risen: The angelic message (v. 5-6) is the foundation of Christian hope. Because He lives, the power of death is broken, and we no longer need to live in fear.
2. The Authority of Christ: All power in heaven and earth has been given to Him (v. 18). Our mission is not based on our own strength but on the absolute sovereignty of our Risen Lord.
3. The Great Commission: We are commanded to "go and teach" (v. 19). This is not a suggestion but a mandate to share the Gospel and the teachings of Christ with the entire world.

Practical Lessons

FORMAL PRAYER

O Risen Lord, who hast led captivity captive and conquered the grave: we rejoice in Thy victory. Empower us by Thy Spirit to fulfill Thy Great Commission, baptizing and teaching in Thy name. We thank Thee for the promise that Thou art with us alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.

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