“For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 6:23, ESV)

01/03/2015 – Morning Service: The first word on the cross.

Bible Readings:

Matthew 5:38 – 48, Luke 23:26 – 43

Sermon Outline:

Luke 23:33–34 (NKJV)

33 And when they had come to the place called Calvary, there they crucified Him, and the criminals, one on the right hand and the other on the left. 34 Then Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do.” And they divided His garments and cast lots.

I  Forgiving and total consistency between Jesus’ teaching and behaviour.

Matthew 5:44 (NKJV)

44 But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you,

II Forgiveness asked and granted

III  Forgiven and forgiving.

Matthew 5:44 (NKJV)

44 But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you,