They told the soldiers, “You must say, ‘Jesus’ disciples came during the night while we were sleeping, and they stole his body.’
Jesus replied, “You have said it. And in the future you will see the Son of Man seated in the place of power at God’s right hand and coming on the clouds of heaven.”
A meeting with the elders was called, and they decided to give the soldiers a large bribe.
If the governor hears about it, we’ll stand up for you so you won’t get in trouble.”