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The Historical Evidence

BIG IDEA:
The historical evidence substantiates the claims of Jesus.
TEACHING POINTS:
  • Archaeology
  • Historical record outside the New Testament itself.
  • Jesus died.
  • Jesus didn't stay dead.
SCRIPTURE: Matthew 16:15 NIV; Mark 2 NIV; John 5 NIV; John 14 NIV
OPENING QUESTIONS:
  1. What are you thankful for from this past week?
  2. What is a stress or challenge from this past week?
  3. Does anyone know of a need in our group or community that we can meet?
  4. What was your I will from last week and were you able to accomplish it?

IN THE WORD:
  1. Review the verses in a couple of different versions.
  2. Share some of the passages in your own words.

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
  1. What does the scripture tell me about God, Jesus, or His plan?
  2. What does the scripture tell me about people, or more specifically, me?
  3. If this is really God’s Word, what change will I make in my life?
  4. Who will I share this scripture with this week?
MAKING IT PERSONAL:

Pray and encourage everyone to obey and do “I will” statements for this week.

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