Death of Jesus Christ

Luke 23:44-49 "It was now about noon, and darkness came over the whole land until three in the afternoon, for the sun stopped shining. And the curtain of the temple was torn in two. Jesus called out with a loud voice, “Father, into your hands I commit my spirit.” When He had said this, He breathed His last." Luke 23:44-46 … Continue reading Death of Jesus Christ

Crucifixion of Christ

Luke 23:26-43 Compelled to Carry the Cross of Jesus Christ Women Mourn for Jesus but the Worst is Coming A Godly Drought Brings Atrocities Jesus Christ is Crucified with Criminals Government Leaders Set the Example to Mock Christ as He Dies Salvation of Criminal Sinners Who Speak for Jesus Christ Compelled to Carry the Cross … Continue reading Crucifixion of Christ

God’s Grace Enables the Telling of the Gospel

Ephesians 3:7-12 God's Grace Recruits Messengers of the Gospel. God's Grace Given to Make the Gospel Known. God's Intent for the Church is to Make God's Wisdom Known. In Christ is Freedom to Approach God. God's Grace Recruits Messengers of the Gospel. "I became a servant of this gospel by the gift of God’s grace given … Continue reading God’s Grace Enables the Telling of the Gospel

Demand to Crucify Christ

Luke 23:13-25 "Pilate called together the chief priests, the rulers and the people, and said to them, “You brought me this man as one who was inciting the people to rebellion. I have examined Him in your presence and have found no basis for your charges against Him. Neither has Herod, for he sent Him back to … Continue reading Demand to Crucify Christ

Government Rejection of Jesus Christ

Luke 23:6-12 "On hearing this, Pilate asked if the man was a Galilean. When he learned that Jesus was under Herod’s jurisdiction, he sent Him to Herod, who was also in Jerusalem at that time."Luke 23:6-7 It obvious that Government officials do not have any regard for Jesus Christ at all. It shows in all of the … Continue reading Government Rejection of Jesus Christ

Demands for the Condemnation of Jesus Christ

Luke 23:1-5 All it takes is for law enforcement, local government leaders, and leaders representing the people to make an issue of something. They can take their case to the higher authority whether it be the Congress, the Supreme Court, or State Governors. If the local jurisdiction is aggressive and persistent enough, then the higher … Continue reading Demands for the Condemnation of Jesus Christ

Human Effort Can Form Thoughts and Emotions, Only Christ Can Bring Salvation

Ephesians 2:1-10 The thing that has power over physiology and is able to form thoughts, emotions, and behaviors operates through the desires of the flesh. As far as being alive in Christ Jesus, only the grace of God can make that happen. There is no human effort that can change minds and emotions to bring … Continue reading Human Effort Can Form Thoughts and Emotions, Only Christ Can Bring Salvation