Theory question 107
Trial and Death of Jesus(a) Discuss the crucifixion and burial of Jesus Christ (b) What two lessons can Christians learn from Jesus' words on the cross?
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(a) Jesus was led to Golgotha; Simon of Cyrene carried His cross (Luke 23:26, 33).
He was crucified between two criminals (Luke 23:33).
He prayed, "Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do" (Luke 23:34).
Soldiers cast lots for His garments; rulers, soldiers and one criminal mocked Him (Luke 23:34-39).
To the penitent criminal He said, "Today you will be with me in Paradise" (Luke 23:43).
He entrusted His mother to John (John 19:26-27).
Darkness covered the land; He cried "My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?" and "I thirst" (Matthew 27:45-46; John 19:28).
He said, "It is finished" and "Father, into thy hands I commit my spirit", and died (John 19:30; Luke 23:46).
The temple curtain tore; the centurion praised God (Luke 23:45, 47).
Joseph of Arimathea asked Pilate for the body, wrapped it in linen and laid it in a new rock tomb; the women saw where it was laid (Luke 23:50-55).
(b) Any two: forgive our enemies; God welcomes the repentant even at the last moment; care for our parents; trust God even in suffering; complete the work God gives us.
Narrate the crucifixion and burial, then two lessons from the sayings.