The Bible Is Good

From the Cross to the Commission (Matthew 27–28)

This episode walks through the most important moment in history: the death and resurrection of Jesus. From the darkness over the land to the empty tomb, Matthew 27–28 shows that Jesus’ death was not an accident but a plan—and his resurrection was not symbolic but real.

We see the meaning behind the torn curtain, the power displayed in the resurrection, and the surprising reactions of both soldiers and disciples. The episode ends with the Great Commission, where Jesus gives one clear command: make disciples. This is not just their mission—it is ours.

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Episode Chapters / Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction
 Finishing the crucifixion story and its significance.

01:00 – Darkness Over the Land
 From noon to three, pointing back to Exodus and Passover.

02:30 – “Why Have You Forsaken Me?”
 A preview of Psalm 22 and what’s coming next episode.

03:30 – Jesus Yields His Spirit
 Not taken—given. Jesus is in control.

04:30 – The Curtain Torn
 Access to God is opened through Jesus.

05:30 – Earthquake and Split Rocks
 Creation reacts to the moment of his death.

06:30 – Tombs Opened
 The power of resurrection spills outward.

07:30 – The Centurion’s Confession
 A hardened soldier recognizes who Jesus is.

09:00 – Jesus Is Buried
 Joseph of Arimathea and the sealed tomb.

11:00 – Guarding the Tomb
 Religious leaders try to prevent what’s coming.

13:00 – The Empty Tomb
 The angel, the earthquake, and the risen Jesus.

15:00 – Fear and Joy
 The women encounter both at once.

16:30 – Jesus Appears
 Worship replaces uncertainty.

17:30 – The Cover-Up
 Guards are paid to spread a false story.

18:30 – Some Worship, Some Doubt
 A realistic response from real people.

19:30 – The Great Commission
 The command: make disciples of all nations.

21:00 – Jesus With Us Always
 From Emmanuel to “I am with you always.”

22:30 – Final Challenge
 Live in light of the resurrection and make disciples.

27:00 – Closing Prayer