1. The Three Crosses
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The Three Crosses
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2. Introduction
Is 53:12
Mk. 15:27-28
Lk. 23:33
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3. 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
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4. 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
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5. 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
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6. 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
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7. II. Cross Of Repentance
Jesus’ response was “Today shalt thou be with me in paradise”
Lk. 16:22
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8. II. Cross Of Repentance The first thief saw Jesus as a: Man
Someone to mock
Sinner
The second thief saw Jesus as :
Lord
King of Kings
Savior
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9. 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
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10. 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
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11. III. The Cross Of Redemption & Reconciliation
Only the blood of Christ could atone for sins
1 Pet. 1:18-19
Jn. 1:14, 29
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12. 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
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