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In the Center FOR SIN On the Left IN SIN On the Right TO SIN Matthew 27:38 Then are there crucified with him two robbers, one on the right hand and one on the left. 4
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IN THE CENTER The Cross of Redemption ON THE LEFT The Cross of Rejection ON THE RIGHT The Cross of Repentance 6
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ON THE LEFT The Cross of Rejection Did not humble himself Scoffed at Jesus Thought selfishly Barabbas 8
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ON THE RIGHT The Cross of Repentance Rebuked the other thief Defended the innocence of Jesus Asked for Jesus to remember him Thief 10
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The evidence of genuine repentance: Thief Expresses his reverence in the presence of Deity “Do you not fear God?” Readily admitted his own guilt “We are due the rewards of our deeds.” 11
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Showed humility in his request — “Lord, remember me when You come into Your kingdom.” The evidence of genuine repentance: Thief Recognized that Jesus was suffering wrongly “This man has done nothing wrong.” Confessed Jesus openly - Called Him “Lord.” 12
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THE TWO THIEVES CONTRASTED The 1st saw Jesus as a man - The 2nd saw Him as Lord The 1st saw Jesus as a mock king - The 2nd saw Him as the “King of Kings” with a coming kingdom The 1st saw Jesus as a sinner - The 2nd saw Him as a true Savior Which cross is yours, the cross of REPENTANCE or the cross of REJECTION? 14
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