Episode 620: Jesus on Good Friday

Episode 620 April 07, 2023 00:11:46
Episode 620: Jesus on Good Friday
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Episode 620: Jesus on Good Friday

Apr 07 2023 | 00:11:46

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Show Notes

Throughout Passion Week, Jesus emphasized the importance of love, both for God and for one's neighbor. He taught that the greatest commandment was to love God with all one's heart, soul, mind, and strength, and to love one's neighbor as oneself (Matthew 22:37-40). He also demonstrated this love by washing His disciples' feet at the Last Supper (John 13:1-17) and by giving His life on the cross.

 

Jesus emphasized the importance of faith in God and in Himself throughout Passion Week. He encouraged His disciples to have faith and to trust in God's plan, even in the face of difficult circumstances (Matthew 21:21-22). He also rebuked the religious leaders for their lack of faith and hypocrisy (Matthew 23).

 

Jesus' prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane (Matthew 26:36-46) demonstrates His complete submission to God's will, even in the face of great suffering. He was willing to endure the agony of the cross because He knew it was part of God's plan for the salvation of humanity.

 

Even as He was being crucified, Jesus showed forgiveness and love to those who were responsible for His death. He prayed for His enemies, saying, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing" (Luke 23:34). He also showed compassion to the criminal who was being crucified next to Him (Luke 23:39-43).

 

Jesus' cry of abandonment on the cross (Matthew 27:46) demonstrates His humanity and His struggle with the weight of sin and separation from God. However, even in His darkest moment, He trusted in God's provision and ultimate victory over sin and death.

 

Throughout His trial and crucifixion, Jesus remained faithful to His mission of bringing salvation to humanity. He did not compromise His message or His character, even in the face of intense opposition and suffering.

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