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MESSAGE FROM THE CROSS. “Father, forgive them for they know not what they do” ( Luke 23:34). As the intercessor always does, He stands between God and us. No selfishness, though in agony. “He bore the sin of many and made intercession for the transgressors” (Isa. 53:12).
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MESSAGE FROM THE CROSS “Father, forgive them for they know not what they do” (Luke 23:34).
As the intercessor always does, He stands between God and us. • No selfishness, though in agony. • “He bore the sin of many and made intercession for the transgressors” (Isa. 53:12). His Purpose Shines Thru
“Father” – Luke 23:34 • In our darkest hour we can call on God as “Father”. • Crosses don’t break this relationship. • Jesus doesn’t hate us. He pleads on our behalf. • But, forgiveness isn’t “automatic” – Matt. 6:12, 14-15. The First Word Spoken…
Death isn’t extinction – “Today you shall be with me in paradise” (Luke 23:43) • Persian word for “garden” – 2 Cor 12:4; Rev. 2:7 • Spoken to one “thief” not both. • Only one asked. • Salvation must be sought. The Second Word…
“Woman, behold thy son…Son, behold thy mother” (John 19:26f). • Where are brothers and sisters? Acts 1:14 • His concern for body and soul – the thief and His mother. • God cares for the whole man, tho holiness is more important than happiness. • How much do “duty” and “family” mean to you? • Physical family – and Spiritual Family The Third Word…