At this time of year it is helpful to church members if pastors and teachers provide Scripture verses detailing the last week in the life of Christ leading to His death, burial, and resurrection. Reading these accounts also provide the pastor/teacher with necessary focus when preparing to preach/teach during the Easter season. Below are helpful references in preparing to celebrate Resurrection Day.
Christ’s Passion Week
Crowds visit Jesus and Lazarus in Bethany (John 12:9)
Triumphal Entry (John 12:12-19)
Cursing the fig tree (Mark 11:12-14 )
Request of some Greeks (John 12:20-26)
Cleansing the Temple (Matthew 21:12-13)
Withered Fig Tree (Mark 11:22-25)
Official Challenge of Christ’s Authority (Mark 11:27-33)
The Olivet Discourse
The Last Supper (Matthew 26:26-29)
Prayers 1. The Passion Prayer (John 17) 2. The Prayer in the Garden (Matthew 26)
Betrayel and Arrest (Matthew 26:47-56)
Trial (Matthew 26:57-68; 27:1, 27:11-31)
Crucifixion (Matthew 27:32-56)
Burial (Matthew 27:57-61)
Resurrection (Matthew 28)
