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Tag Archives: Crucifixion

What price did Jesus pay to redeem us?

January 14, 2021

I pray that the evidence of the Master’s love in my life will be clearly verified in my life. There …

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Does the Message that points to the Messiah on the Cross seem like sheer silliness to those hellbent on destruction?

November 20, 2020

The way God works seems silly to those who don’t know Him. For many, “Why” is the big barrier to …

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Are we going to Jerusalem with Jesus?

November 18, 2020

Jesus destiny was in Jerusalem. God’s goal for Him would come to pass there. He would die and be raised …

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Did Jesus complete God’s mission and goals?

October 10, 2020

It was a dark day as Jesus hung from the cross. Figuratively and literally. The sun disappeared. Jesus was alone. …

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7 things Jesus said on the cross as He died for us

October 2, 2020

Jesus hung on the cross and died for us. He said seven things during that time. Luke 23:34: Father, forgive them, …

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What was the most important thing to Jesus?

June 30, 2020

Everything was complete. The last thing Jesus says is so profound. This is the way it has always been with …

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Has Jesus finished everything He came to do?

June 15, 2020

Jesus had been thirsty. They gave him some sour wine. Jesus knew everything God had sent him here to accomplish …

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Why is Jesus thirsty?

June 9, 2020

Hanging from the cross. He will die for us. The agony is unbearable. He didn’t say a lot. It was …

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What is Jesus concerned about as he is facing a slow and cruel death for us?

June 2, 2020

Jesus’ mother, his aunt, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene stood at the foot of the cross. They …

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Will Jesus remember us?

May 28, 2020

Three men  had been condemned.  Three men were hanging on crosses facing agonizing deaths. This is a horrific way to die. …

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7 things Jesus said on the cross as He died for us

May 26, 2020

Jesus hung on the cross and died for us. He said seven things during that time. Luke 23:34: Father, forgive them, …

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What is God’s goal for us? Do I get it?

May 24, 2020

Jesus knew why He was here. He knew how it would end. He knew He would go through the worst …

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Are we going to Jerusalem with Jesus?

May 21, 2020

Jesus destiny was in Jerusalem. God’s goal for Him would come to pass there. He would die and be raised …

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“When they came to the place called The Skull, there they crucified Him.” ~Luke

November 29, 2019

Jesus was nailed to the cross to die for me and for you. Jesus is the Son of God but …

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“Immediately the religious elites went out and started plotting with the political elites against him, how they might kill him.” ~Mark

September 7, 2019

Conspiracy theories are interesting. People get intrigued by them. This one really existed. The religious and political elites of the …

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“Why are you trying to kill me?” ~Jesus

June 13, 2019

Jesus is in the confounding business. Jesus knows what He is talking about and that is disconcerting to many. Some …

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The lull of Holy Saturday — What was Jesus up to?

April 20, 2019

There is a break from the horror of Good Friday! Jesus is carrying out the plan of His Father. His …

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Why was Jesus the Messiah exalted on the cross?

April 6, 2019

I see Jesus. He is lifted up on the cross. It is not a pleasant thing to see. He is …

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“They took Jesus, therefore, and He went out, bearing His own cross.” ~Apostle John

March 2, 2019

Jesus paid it all for me. Jesus died a horrible death on the cross. Jesus calls on me to join …

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Was Jesus nailed to the cross? How much did He suffer? What was the point?

February 22, 2019

Jesus was nailed to the cross to die for me and for you. Jesus is the Son of God but …

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“Then what do you want me to do with the one you call the King of the Jews?”” ~Pilate

January 23, 2019

It is a stunning question. How will I answer? It could be asked of me. I am in the crowd. …

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“Please, not what I want — what do you want?” ~Jesus to God

January 4, 2019

Jesus knows what is coming. Jesus knows the the agony, not only of the crucifixion, but also the burden of …

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“So thick-headed! So slow-hearted! Why can’t you simply believe all that the prophets said?” ~Jesus

October 19, 2018

Jesus is resurrected to an incorruptible body after having been crucified. It is three days after His death. He is …

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“Are You the Son of God, then?” And He said to them, “Yes, I am.” ~Jesus

September 25, 2018

Here is the good news! Jesus is the Son of God. Everyone who encounters Him comes away knowing it. It moves …

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Crucifixion — Why was Jesus scourged and then had to carry His own cross?

September 19, 2018

Crucifixion is all ghastly to contemplate. The cruelty is stunning. It goes beyond the shame and pain though. Jesus died …

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“This has to be the Son of God!” ~Roman Captain at the Crucifixion

June 30, 2018

A crucifixion is a most painful, cruel and protracted form of execution which involved the victim being roped or nailed …

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“My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?” ~Jesus

May 4, 2018

Did God abandon Jesus? It is a stunning question. From noon to three, the whole earth was dark. Around midafternoon …

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“Sir, we wish to see Jesus.” ~Greeks coming to Jerusalem for Passover

March 26, 2018

In the timeline of Passion week, it is a little unclear where to place the story of the Greeks seeking …

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“Those are your words, not mine.” ~Jesus

March 17, 2018

Then they all took Jesus to Pilate and began to bring up charges against him. They said, “We found this …

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“Why are you looking for the Living One in a cemetery? He is not here, but raised up.” ~Angels about Jesus

March 8, 2018

“They were puzzled, wondering what to make of this. Then, out of nowhere it seemed, two men, light cascading over …

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“If you say so.” ~Jesus

October 22, 2017

Pilate had heard the “accusations” from the Jewish leaders. He was trying to figure out what to do with Jesus. …

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“Father, forgive them; they don’t know what they’re doing.” ~Jesus

October 2, 2017

Jesus knows what is important. In his death, and then resurrection, he showed us. Jesus wasn’t the only one crucified …

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“First Jesus and who he is; then Jesus and what he did—Jesus crucified.” ~Apostle Paul

October 8, 2016

Oh how we value the articulate and charismatic preachers. The powerful of this world. The smart ones. The bright ones. …

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“If they had a clue about God’s eternal plan, they wouldn’t have killed the Master of the God-designed life on a cross.” ~ Apostle Paul

June 9, 2016

We have lots of experts. And that is sometimes a good thing. The problem is that most experts don’t have …

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Some great Easter quotes: He Is RISEN! He is Risen indeed!

April 4, 2015

He Is RISEN! He is Risen indeed! Christ the Lord is risen today, Sons of men and angels say. Raise …

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“I’m thirsty.” ~~Jesus from the cross

April 18, 2014

Hanging from the cross. He will die for us. The agony is unbearable. He didn’t say a lot. It was …

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“My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?” ~~Jesus from the cross

April 18, 2014

It was a dark day as Jesus hung from the cross. Figuratively and literally. The sun disappeared. And Jesus just …

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“Here is your mother.” ~~Jesus on the cross

April 18, 2014

Jesus’ mother, his aunt, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene stood at the foot of the cross. Jesus …

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“Today you will join me in paradise.” ~~Jesus on the cross

April 18, 2014

Three men  had been condemned.  Three men were hanging on crosses facing an agonizing deaths. One of the criminals hanging alongside cursed …

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What Jesus said as he died for us

April 18, 2014

Jesus hung on the cross and died for us. He said seven things during that time. Luke 23:34: Father, forgive them, …

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“God proved His love on the Cross. When Christ hung, and bled, and died, it was God saying to the world, ‘I love you.’” ~~Billy Graham

April 18, 2014

    God proved His love on the Cross. When Christ hung, and bled, and died, it was God saying …

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What was the end in Jesus’ mind? The day death died.

April 18, 2014

Jesus knew why He was here. He knew how it would end. He knew He would go through the worst …

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It is Maundy Thursday

April 17, 2014

  It is Holy Thursday. Spending time today reflecting on that day and evening before the Crucifixion of our Master …

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