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Jesus Christ's DeathWas Jesus Christ's Body Broken? (Part Two)CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeJesus Christ's death holds profound significance in fulfilling ancient prophecies and divine instructions. During His crucifixion, the Roman soldiers broke the legs of the two felons crucified alongside Him to hasten their deaths, but when they came to Jesus and saw that He was already dead, they did not break His legs. This act … Was Jesus Christ's Body Broken? (Part One)CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeThe phrase "Christ's broken body" is often used, yet it raises questions about its accuracy and faithfulness to Scripture. Jesus Himself does not mention His body being broken, only that the bread represents His body, as He states that the bread He shall give is His flesh for the life of the world. The notion of His body being … Was Jesus Christ's Body Broken? (Part Three)CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeJesus Christ's death was a supreme victory, not a defeat. He held His head up until the end, bowing it only when He gave up His spirit. He had finished what the Father had given Him to do, accomplishing it perfectly. He died after living a completely sinless life, fulfilling the sin offering. He gave Himself in complete devotion … Christ's Death, Resurrection, and AscensionSermon by Richard T. RitenbaughJesus of Nazareth, the Christ, our Savior, our Redeemer, the Messiah, died 1,964 years ago on the day of the Passover, Nisan 14. He was crucified on that day, fulfilling the type of the Passover lamb, as He is named specifically as our Passover. Like the innocent lamb slain at Passover, He bled to death, His blood spilling onto … Jesus Christ, the Bearer of SinSermonette by David C. GrabbeAs God leads us through conversion, He challenges our understanding of Him, and accepting the reality of Jesus Christ's death is crucial to clarifying our vision of His nature. The Scriptures reveal the harsh truth of His sacrifice, which some find difficult to embrace, yet it remains a significant part of what He accomplished. … The Last Words of Jesus ChristSermon by Martin G. CollinsJesus Christ's death was a profound shock and disappointment to His followers, who had believed He would lead an insurrection to restore Israel as a sovereign and glorious nation. His unexpected execution left them in despair, and the public remained uncertain about His identity despite the signs foretold in ancient scriptures. … Scripture Fulfilled in Christ's DeathSermon by Martin G. CollinsSuffering and sorrow indeed come to those Jesus Christ loves, as evidenced by the fulfilled prophecies surrounding His death. The apostle John records specific events of the crucifixion that align with Old Testament predictions, demonstrating that God orchestrated every detail. These events, fulfilled within a twenty-four-hour … Christ's Death and the Immortality of the SoulSermon by John W. RitenbaughJesus Christ's death stands as a profound and central event, revealing the stark reality of death as an enemy, not a friend. Unlike Socrates, who faced death with calm composure under the false belief of an immortal soul, Jesus approached His death with great fear and distress. He became deeply troubled, expressing that His soul … Death of a LambArticle by StaffThe death of Jesus Christ carries profound significance, reflecting a deep spiritual struggle and ultimate triumph. He faced immense agony, not only from the physical torture but also from the spiritual burden of bearing the sins of humanity. Every sin, past and future, was laid upon Him, causing a torment beyond human … When Was Jesus Stabbed by the Roman Soldier (John 19:34)?Bible Questions & AnswersDiligent study of the arrest, trial, and crucifixion of Jesus Christ raises questions about the timing of certain events, particularly concerning the moment a Roman soldier pierced His side with a spear. While the three synoptic gospels—Matthew, Mark, and Luke—do not mention this incident, John places it after Jesus … Death Is Not the End (Part One)CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughFrom God's perspective, death, though an enemy resulting from sin, is woven into His redemptive plan with a hopeful and positive outlook. Before creating humanity, God foresaw that man would sin, incurring the penalty of death, and thus foreordained the redeeming sacrifice of the One who became Jesus Christ before the foundation …
Why Did Jesus Have to Die by Crucifixion?'Ready Answer' by StaffOur Savior, Jesus Christ, died a most horrible death on a stauros or cross, enduring unimaginable suffering for our sake. The Romans perfected crucifixion as a brutal form of capital punishment, reserved for slaves, the worst criminals, and enemies of the state. This gruesome execution often lasted for days, especially if the … Death Is Not the End (Part Two)CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughJesus Christ's approach to His own death, as recorded in Matthew 16:21, reveals a calm and purposeful demeanor as He informed His disciples that He must go to Jerusalem, suffer many things from the elders, chief priests, and scribes, be killed, and be raised on the third day. Despite the intense emotional pain He endured the … Final Words of Jesus on the CrossSermon by Clyde FinkleaWith the Passover approaching, our focus remains on our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. During the time of His crucifixion, He endured immense suffering before being nailed to the cross at the third hour, which is 9:00 AM, the time of the morning sacrifice. He had been beaten, crowned with thorns, struck on the head, spat upon, … Was Jesus Dead?Herbert W. Armstrong BookletJesus Christ, who was Emmanuel, God with us, was both divine and human, God in the flesh. The Scriptures plainly state that Christ died for our sins, was buried, and rose from the dead. He, the Divine One, did not rise from a living state but from death itself, as it is written that He was revived, indicating He had been …
Christ Coming in the FleshSermon/Bible Study by Richard T. RitenbaughJesus Christ, in fulfilling the work His Father sent Him to do, came in the flesh to redeem the sins of all mankind through belief in God. His death was necessary as the only way human sin could be paid for, requiring an offering so great that it had to be made by a human being of unparalleled character and value, free of sin, … Proofs of Christ's ResurrectionSermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThere is more corroboration of evidence for the existence of Jesus Christ and His life experiences than that regarding Alexander the Great or Julius Caesar. Jesus and 'the Spirits in Prison''Ready Answer' by Richard T. RitenbaughOver the span of human history, approximately six thousand years, the pivotal event of Jesus Christ's death marks a significant turning point, occurring roughly two millennia ago. Salvation in His name became available only through His crucifixion, an act of profound self-sacrifice by our Creator. This event, central to the last … Christ Our PassoverSermon by John W. RitenbaughThe focus of our self-examination should not be self-centered or comparing ourselves with others, but on the awesome significance of His sacrifice.
Why Was Jesus Not Crucified as Passover Began? (Part Two)'Ready Answer' by David C. GrabbeThe timing of Christ's crucifixion does not coincide with the Passover, but instead lines up with the covenant God made with Abraham, marking a major fulfillment. Four Views of Christ (Part 7)Sermon by John W. RitenbaughOur lives parallel what Christ experienced: crucifixion, burial, resurrection, and glorification. The death of self must precede resurrection and glory. Knowing Christ (Part 2)Sermon by John W. RitenbaughChrist's sacrifice was not merely substitutionary, but representative, with Christ giving us a pattern for life - mortifying our flesh and putting out sin. Knowing Christ (Part 1)Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWhen we mortify the flesh, refusing to feed the hungry beast of our carnal nature, we suffer. Suffering for righteousness' sake helps us to know Christ.
I Am BarabbasArticle by StaffTo some, Barabbas is nothing more than an interesting detail in Christ's trial. His presence during that event holds significant implications for us. Lessons From a WormCGG Weekly by John ReissIn Psalm 22, which prophesies of Christ's suffering, He says 'But I am a worm...." His reference is to a tola worm, which is rich in symbolism and meaning. Of Sponges and SpearsArticle by StaffJesus calls on us to remember His affliction, including the piercing, the cup, the sour wine, and the gall.
His Bones Were Not BrokenSermon by Ted E. BowlingJesus is the fulfillment of the Passover Lamb whose bones were to be left intact. His piercing parallels the lamb being bled by splitting its throat. The Messiah in Three PsalmsSermonette by Ted E. BowlingPsalms 22, 23 and 24 form a trilogy, each part of of which is a Messianic prophecy that tells a part of the Gospel of God's Kingdom. The Price of Your LifeSermonette by Ted E. BowlingFilms try to depict the suffering and death of Jesus Christ, but have all fallen short of presenting the full dimensions of the event—the price of our sin.
Never ForgetSermon by Ryan McClureAfter Adam and Eve sinned, God provided them a vivid introduction to death, perhaps killing an animal in their presence to make tunics for them to wear. Garden of Gethsemane: The Oil PressSermonette by Ted E. BowlingThe Garden of Gethsemane has particular significance because it was not only an olive grove, but also the location where olives were pressed into oil.
Fully Man and Fully God?'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughJesus Christ is called both 'Son of Man' and 'Son of God,' raising weighty questions about His nature. Could He have both full humanity and full divinity?
'After Three Days'Booklet by Richard T. RitenbaughJesus Christ declared that the ultimate sign proving His identity as the Messiah would be His death and resurrection after exactly three days and three nights in the grave. He emphasized that He would have no control over this event, stating that if God the Father resurrects Him after precisely 72 hours, it would be undeniable …
Passover: An Extraordinary Peace OfferingSermon by David C. GrabbeThe Passover sacrifice is basically unconnected with atonement, but represents the peace and security which attends fellowship with God because of His acceptance. Preternatural, Natural, Unnatural, Supernatural (Part Three)Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Christ's life and death were supernatural in that He had God's Spirit from the beginning, giving Him power over things, as well as undeniable logic. Preternatural, Natural, Unnatural, Supernatural (Part Two)Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Because of His sinless life, Jesus' death was unnatural, abnormal, unreasonable, but all that was God's preternatural solution for the salvation of mankind. Remember: Truth and the Real Torch of FreedomSermon by Mark SchindlerThe Night to be Much Observed emphasizes that Jesus Christ is the true Torch of Freedom, extricating us from Satan and his multiple deceits. The First Prophecy (Part One)'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughGenesis is a book of beginnings, and in that theme, it also contains the first prophecy. Part of it is God's curse on the serpent in Genesis 3:14-15. Preternatural, Natural, Unnatural, Supernatural (Part One)Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)God, before He created Adam and Eve, preternaturally planned the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ to save humanity from the curse of sin and death. Psalms: Book One (Part Five)Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughBook One of the Psalms, parallel with the spring season, focuses on the Messianic prophecies, revealing God's plan to redeem Israel by crushing Satan.
The Bread and Wine of PassoverSermon by David C. GrabbeThe Passover reminds us of the New Covenant on the anniversary of the Abrahamic covenant God using the original elements of the meal between Melchizedek and Abraham. Chronic DifficultiesSermon by Richard T. RitenbaughHuman tradition and Bible truth regarding the timing of Christ's crucifixion and resurrection do not square. Here is the overwhelming chronological evidence. You Are My Witnesses That I Am GodSermon by Martin G. CollinsChrist's trial and crucifixion were not historical accidents; rather, God prophesied both events in minute detail in Old Testament scriptures. Disproving HellSermon/Bible Study by Richard T. RitenbaughMost of Protestant and Catholic theology is immersed in pagan concepts of hell, reinforced by Dante's Inferno. Here is what the Bible says, without tradition.
An Unpayable Debt and Obligation'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughWhen God calls us and redeems us through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, we suddenly come under obligation—a debt we cannot pay but overshadows all we do. John (Part Eighteen)Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughTrust in God's ability to resurrect can neutralize the most basic debilitating fear—the fear of death. Christ assures us that death is not the end. To Do Your Will, O God!Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe necessity for Christ's death stems from God's holiness and absolute intolerance of sin and His obligation to judge righteously. The Awesome Cost of SalvationSermon by John W. RitenbaughWe need to be sobered at the awesomeness of the cost to set us free from sin—what the Creator endured. We have been purchased, and are obliged to our Purchaser. |
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