The Gospel of John (Ages 12 to 15)

Appearances of Jesus

Lesson written by Murray Wade

APPEARANCES OF JESUS

Read the text for each appearance of Jesus, be prepared to talk about each appearance in class, and then answer the questions below.

Appearances of Jesus

Scripture Reference

1. Mary Magdalene

John 20:11-18, Mark 16:9-11

2. To the other women

Matthew 28:9-10

3. Simon Peter

Luke 24:13-25, Mark 16:12-13

4. Two on road to Emmaus

Luke 24:33-35, 1 Corinthians 15:5

5. Disciples, except Thomas

John 20:19-23, Luke 24:36-43, Mark 16:14

6. Disciples with Thomas

John 20:24-29

7. Disciples (7) at Sea of Tiberius

John 21:1-14

8. On a mountain

Matthew 28:16-20

9. Brethren (over 500) at once

1 Corinthians 15:6

10. James

1 Corinthians 15:7

11. All of the Apostles

Luke 24:50-51, Acts 1:4-12, 1 Corinthians 15:7

12. Paul

1 Corinthians 15:8, Acts 9:3-7, 22, 26

13. Perhaps many other times

Acts 1:3

 

 

Questions about the appearances of Jesus after His resurrection

1. Why do you think these appearances are important (see Acts 1:21-22)?

 

 

2. Which of these appearances is your favorite?

 

 

3. What do you think would have happened if the apostles and disciples did not see Jesus after His resurrection and at his ascension in Luke 24:50-33 (also see Acts 1:9-12)?

 

 

4. Since Jesus rose from the dead and was seen by many after his resurrection, what does that mean to you in your life?