What Does the Bible Say About Matthew 2812 And 13?
Scripture shows that even when the gospel is rejected and lied about, Christ's resurrection power breaks through, and His disciples bear faithful witness despite opposition.
Scripture on Matthew 2812 And 13
Matthew 28:12-13
New Testament
"When the chief priests had met with the elders and devised a plan, they gave the soldiers a large sum of money, telling them, 'You are to say, His disciples came during the night and stole him away while we were asleep.'"
Matthew 28:18-20
New Testament
"Then Jesus came to them and said, 'All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.'"
1 Peter 3:15
New Testament
"But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect."
John 20:24-29
New Testament
"Now Thomas (also called Didymus), one of the Twelve, was not with the disciples when Jesus came. So the other disciples told him, 'We have seen the Lord!' But he said to them, 'Unless I see the nail marks in his hands and put my finger where the nails were, and put my hand into his side, I will not believe.' A week later his disciples were in the house again, and Thomas was with them. Though the doors were locked, Jesus came and stood among them and said, 'Peace be with you!' Then he said to Thomas, 'Put your finger here; see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it into my side. Stop doubting and believe.' Thomas said to him, 'My Lord and my God!' Then Jesus said, 'Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.'"
Acts 4:33
New Testament
"With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus. And God's grace was so powerfully at work in them all."
The Bottom Line
The world will attempt to suppress the truth of Jesus' resurrection, but those who have encountered the risen Christ cannot stay silent.
Try Today
Share one specific way Jesus has changed your life with someone who doesn't yet believe—not an argument, just your story of what you've actually seen Him do.
Prayer
Jesus promised His disciples, 'You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses' (Acts 1:8)—and He invites you into that same calling.
Father, Matthew 28:12-13 shows me that even conspiracy and lies surrounded the resurrection. Yet Your Word breaks through all opposition. I confess I sometimes stay silent about Jesus when it feels risky or awkward. Give me courage like Peter and John, who couldn't help but speak of what they had seen and heard. Fill me with the Holy Spirit's boldness, and help my life and words point clearly to the risen Christ. I trust You to work through my witness, even when others reject it.
📚 Read Acts 3:12-26, where Peter testifies boldly about the resurrection despite threats, showing what Spirit-empowered witness looks like
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