Passion Week
Easter Sunday
Luke 24:13-35
April 5, 2026
Justin Scarberry
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Matthew 28:6
He is not here; He has risen, just as He said.
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Today we commemorate the most important date in human history.
Jesus walked out of the grave, defeating __________!
After His resurrection, He first appeared to ________ _______________.
There was a lot of ______________! Some accounts of disbelief:
- One woman thought He was a ____________ (Luke 24:37)
- One thought He was the _________________ (John 20:15)
- Others doubted it was Him even after hearing several eyewitness accounts and seeing an empty _____________ (Luke 24:10-12)
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Walking with Jesus (Luke 24:13-18)
- Two men were walking home after the events that took place in Jerusalem- Jesus’ slow, painful, death on the cross.
- They didn’t realize they were walking with Jesus! They were “_____ ______ _______________ _______.” (16)
- They questioned Jesus, confused why He didn’t know all that had happened. (18)
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They’re both walking with Jesus.
But what does it really mean to walk with Jesus.
Ask yourself, “Who is Jesus to me?”
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The men are questioning God. When in a trial, do you question God?
- The Bible tells us God’s ways are so much higher than our ways! (Isaiah 55:8-9)
- There are no promises in the Bible that this life will be easy.
- We must first _______ ourselves. And we must ________ _____ our cross daily and follow Jesus. (Matthew 16:24-26)
- When we “take up our cross,” we take the focus off ____________ and put that focus on ___________! Sometimes enduring hardships.
- Our pain has purpose! He is turning us into a _______________!
- During extended trial, we remember Psalm 34:19, “Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all.”
- With God, nothing ___ ________________!
- Keep following Jesus as He leads you through!
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Walking With Jesus continued… (Luke 24:19-35)
- Jesus questioned the men and they gave their take on who Jesus was to them. They had a ______ ____________ about Jesus but didn’t yet have a ___________ ________________ with Him. (19-24)
- A lot of evidence presented: _______ empty, No _______ there. (22)
- Evidence will never be enough for you to believe in Jesus!
- Becoming a Christian requires Faith!
Hebrews 11:1 NIV
Now faith is confidence in what we hope for
and assurance about what we do not see.
- At the end of their walk, they ___________ Jesus in (29), and He _______________ Himself to them! (31)
- The two men immediately spread _____ _________ _______! (34)
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Final Thoughts:
What’s your “toy cheeseburger?”
What sin are you stuck in?
What sin is Jesus telling you that you need to repent and give to Him?
Who is Jesus to you?
Is Jesus coming along side you today saying Follow Me?
Are you ready to invite Him into your life?
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April- Blessings Month
How can we bless others (w/in church or community)
Not just needs but extra above and beyond expectations.
Suggestions? See Paulette or any event team member
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Baptisms! NEXT WEEK!
April 12th after service.
Is Jesus the Lord of your life? The next step is Baptism. Whether you’ve been a Christian for decades or maybe just a month or so ago, the Bible teaches us that we should be baptized. Jesus showed us the example by being baptized. If you would like more information or are ready to make a public declaration of your faith by being baptized, please see Justin.
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Ladies Paint Night! (Signups start April 12!)
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Serving Opportunities
Donut/ Coffee
Seeking two people to pick up pre-purchased donuts and make coffee once per month. Plan to deliver the donuts around 8:30am.
Kids/Teens
Help needed Sunday / midweek, see Paul or Sean
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Mid-week Bible Studies
(details on communication board in the entry area)
Monday
Adamson’s House
5pm fellowship, 6pm themed potluck dinners
7-8pm “Digging Deeper” Bible Study
See Paul or Paulette or call or text 775-813-7615 for details
Wednesday
7pm Ladies Bible study at the church
Bring your Bible to dig into Gods Word with just the ladies.
Youth Group Wednesdays
Sean Collins House
6:30-8:30pm, 12yrs old-12th Grade
Dinner is served. Bring Friends!
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Flocknote
Want to be more in tune with Church Events and Announcements?
Text SSBRIDGE to 84576 and answer the prompts! Get one or two text messages each week for updates to important church related events.
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Digital Giving
Zelle is a digital option for giving your tithes or offerings to support the church to fulfill the Great Commission.
If you would prefer to give digitally:
Go to your bank app on your phone or computer. Go to the payments section. Go to the Zelle payment option. If available, scan the link below in the payment section that lists Zelle as an option. There should be an icon asking to “scan the pay” or something similar.
Zelle Link (scan from your bank app)
Account email is: accounting@thebridgespanishsprings.com for the Account “The Bridge Church Spanish Springs”. As a security measure, your bank may want to send you a text to verify your first payment.
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John 3:3 NIV
Jesus replied, “Very truly I tell you, no one can see
the kingdom of God unless they are born again.”