TITLE:  He Appeared
TEXT:  Mark 16:9-14
PROPOSITION:  The resurrection was proved by the many witnesses who saw Jesus alive following his crucifixion.
QUESTION:  Who?
KEY WORD:  Witnesses
SCRIPTURE READING:  Same

 INTRODUCTION:

1. The Bible states the FACT of the resurrection of Christ.
2. But there were many eye witnesses who saw, talked with, ate with Jesus.
3. In summary there were 10 appearances between his resurrection and ascension.

Between the resurrection and ascension – 10 appearances

1. Mary Magdalene – John 20:1-18 –
   She was instructed not to hold (cling, refuse to let go)
2. Women – Matthew 28:9-10 –
   They fell at his feet and worshipped him
3. Peter – Luke 23:34; 1 Corinthians 15:4 –
   Peter reported this to other apostles
4. Two men on road to Emmaus – Luke 24:13-35; Mark 16:12-13 –
   One named Cleopas
   Did not recognize Jesus
5. 10 Apostles – Luke 24:36-43; John 20:19-24 –
   Thomas was absent
6. 8 days later – John 20:26-29 –
   Thomas is present this time
   Asks for proof – Sees nail prints and wound in side
7. Galilee – John 21:1-23 –
   Jesus cooked breakfast
   He has a long discussion with Peter
8. Region of Galilee – Matthew 28:16-20; 1 Corinthians 15:6 –
   This is where he was seen of more than 500 brethren at one time
9. James – 1 Corinthians 15:7 –
   No other information about this appearance
10. Ascension – Luke 24:44-53; Acts 1:3-12; Mark 16:14-19 –
    The Great Commission is given here
    The ascension takes place following this meeting

 After Jesus’ Ascension – 3 appearances

1. Stephen – Acts 7:54-56 –
   Standing at right hand of God
2. Saul – Acts 9:3-5; 1 Corinthians 15:8 –
   Conversation with Paul
   Later in Arabia – (possibly) – see Galatians 1:11-17
3. John – Revelation 1:10ff –
   On the Isle of Patmos

 One more appearance (in the future) – Revelation 1:7; John 14:3; 1 Thessalonians 4:17