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The Three Crosses. Introduction. Is 53:12 Mk. 15:27-28 Lk. 23:33. I. The Cross Of Rebellion. Lk 23:39 One dying in his sins He died scoffing at Jesus “If thou be the Christ” Even the shadow of death did not humble him Ps. 14:1. I. The Cross Of Rebellion.
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Introduction • Is 53:12 • Mk. 15:27-28 • Lk. 23:33
I. The Cross Of Rebellion • Lk 23:39 • One dying in his sins • He died scoffing at Jesus • “If thou be the Christ” • Even the shadow of death did not humble him • Ps. 14:1
I. The Cross Of Rebellion • This is like the unbelief we find in the world today • Jn. 1:11 • Jesus died to get the attention of rebellious men! • Acts 4:12 • Jn. 8:32
II. Cross Of Repentance • Lk. 23:40-43 • Dying to sin • Looking to Jesus he does not revile but shows reverence • His statement shows genuine repentance • Lk. 13:3
II. Cross Of Repentance • Admitted his guilt • 1 Jn. 1:8-10 • He believed Jesus was suffering wrongfully • We see his open confession • Acts 8:37
II. Cross Of Repentance • Jesus’ response was “Today shalt thou be with me in paradise” • Lk. 16:22
The first thief saw Jesus as a: Man Someone to mock Sinner The second thief saw Jesus as : Lord King of Kings Savior II. Cross Of Repentance
III. The Cross Of Redemption & Reconciliation • Is. 59:12 • Dying for sins • Crucifixion was a horrible way to die • He died in our place-for you & me • Heb. 2:9 • 2 Cor. 5:21 • 1 Pet. 2:21-24
III. The Cross Of Redemption & Reconciliation • He freely gave himself • 1 Pet. 3:18 • His death shows the great love of God to save helpless sinners • Rom. 5:8-9
III. The Cross Of Redemption & Reconciliation • Only the blood of Christ could atone for sins • 1 Pet. 1:18-19 • Jn. 1:14, 29
Conclusion • Which of the two thieves represents us! • Will we die in sin and be lost or die to sin and be saved? • 2 Cor. 6:2