Easter Sunday

Grace To & Through · April 5, 2026

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Through the Eyes of Mary, John, and Peter

Scriptures: John 20:1–2 · John 20:11–16 · John 20:8 · Luke 22:61 · Mark 16:6 · Mark 16:7

Conversation Starters

1. Which person in the Easter story do you most relate to right now—Mary (wonder and devotion), John (faith needing a boost), or Peter (needing a second chance)? What’s been shaping that season for you?

2. Mary showed up expecting less than what Jesus was actually doing. Where in your life might your expectations be limiting what God wants to reveal or do?

3. John “saw and believed.” What helps strengthen your faith when life feels uncertain or discouraging? What tends to weaken it?

4. Peter experienced failure but was still personally included in the resurrection message. How do you typically respond when you fall short—and what would it look like to receive God’s grace more fully?

5. After hearing this message, what is one step you can take this week to move toward Jesus—whether through prayer, time in God’s Word, or reconnecting in community?