Lesson 12 Review: Tried and Crucified

Introduction

Memory Text: "Jesus cried out with a loud voice, saying, ‘Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani?' which is translated, ‘My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?' " (Mar 15:34, NKJV).

Mark 15 carries the heart of the passion narrative which rings in the heart of everyone about the pains of Jesus' death, such a boundless love towards humanity. At the cross is where we find the best way to express love in action.

What was Jesus' Response to Pilate's Question?

At first, Jesus exercised patience, then He humbly responded to Pilate by saying that He is the King not only to the Jews but to every creature created under the sun. Satan however didn't want them to acknowledge Jesus as the King.

Which people led Christ to persecution?

Christ was sent to the lost house of Israel but they failed to acknowledge their Saviour not because they didn't know but they originally and intentionally rejected Christ because of spiritual blindness. These were the people that led Christ to persecution.

What were some of the events that took place at the passion and why?

The soldiers bow down and pay homage in mockery. They struck Jesus and asked Him to prophecy, as the Messiah, who struck Him. However, it is in that time that the prophecy about Peter's denial came to fulfillment. Thus Jesus is the Messiah.

How did Jesus respond to the humiliation He went through?

In the ancient times, before a victim was crucified the victim is made to pass through horrible pains. This was no different for Jesus although He was innocent.  Jesus, however gave himself to fulfill the prophecy.

Was Jesus truly forsaken by God?

Although it seemed Jesus was alone on the cross, He was surrounded with the Heavenly Host. When Jesus cried out on the cross, He expressed the bitterness of the cup mixed with wrath and pain that He drank for humanity. He not only died the first death that man would die, He died the second.

Why did Joseph request for the body of Jesus?

In view of Jesus' records of saving lives by raising the dead, healing the sick and providing to the needy, Jesus was compassionate to the people and Joseph expressed his love by taking the body of Christ by himself to be buried honourably.

What does Christ's death mean to us? 

At the cross, Satan celebrated victory but after Christ's death, Jesus claimed the power of sin and death. Everyone who believes in Him shall be saved. Jesus didn't only die to set us free but to give us the power to overcome what He overcame.

In conclusion,

Consider the pains Christ went through just to reconcile man back to the image of God as it was in the garden of Eden. This cost nothing but pains and death. More so God wants us to sacrifice our best as we journey through this sinful world to Heavenly Canaan. May God help us to be be in the place prepared for us by Him in Jesus' name.

Lesson 11 Review: Taken and Tired

Introduction

Memory Text: "And He said, 'Abba, Father, all things are possible for You. Take this cup from Me; nevertheless not what I will, but what You will' " (Mark 14:36, NKJV).

In this week's lesson study, we will look at the major events that took place in the closing ministry of Jesus, just as the Bible prophesied it to be and when it would be fulfilled.

What two stories link to the betrayal of Jesus?

At dinner with the disciples a woman with a box of perfume offered her precious gift to Jesus but Judas' interest was not in selling the perfume and giving the money to the poor but for self-centered interest. 

What did Christ establish in giving Himself as the Sacrificial Lamb?

In the old sanctuary system, the priest sprinkled  people with the sacrificial blood of Rams but Christ in the fulfilling of the prophecy was the Lamb to establish an everlasting Covenant.

What can we learn about the Prayer of Jesus?

We can learn from Jesus' custom of private time in prayer. We can pour out our burdens to God and at the end of the prayer with confidence He said let Your will be done, even Christ has laid a foundation of prayer for us.

What do we learn about choosing and making friends here?

Remember that Jesus told the disciples that He will be betrayed, as if it was not enough Peter who desired to bear the burdens with Christ would deny him. We all are surrounded by evil but Christ's victory is sure.

What were some of the things that befell Christ before His death?

After Christ was arrested by the Roman soldiers there was given a little time to ask Christ more questions, but Christ began by presenting the truth which they ignored. The devil ultimately was behind the chief priest's decision; prophecy comes to fulfillment.

What did Peter remember that caused him to shed tears?

Before Christ was arrested and taken to Caiaphas, Christ had already told Peter that he'll deny Him three times before the cock crows. Peter denied Jesus, remembered and shed tears for he betrayed his Master.

Who helped carry Jesus' cross?

Simon the Cyrene.

In conclusion,

Everything that was performed in the Old Sanctuary system was pointing to Christ, The One who gives us the grace of salvation. What works was unable to do for us, grace beyond measure was given. I pray may the Lord remind us of how we were saved in Jesus' name.

Lesson 10 Review: The Last Days

Introduction

Memory Text: " ‘Then they will see the Son of Man coming in the clouds with great power and glory. And then He will send His angels, and gather His elect from the four winds, from the farthest part of earth to the farthest part of heaven' " (Mar 13:26-27, NKJV). 

The world's most shakeable event will soon take place and that will be the second coming of our Lord Jesus, where the hope of every believer hangs upon. However, it seems most people have given up their faith of trust.

What did Jesus say to His listeners about the future?

In Mathew 24 the disciples where more concerned about the beautiful temple and lost sight of destruction that will befall upon them in the future but Jesus in His mercy drew their attention back for them to get ready.

What instructions were given to them concerning these events?

After that, Christ warns them about false prophets and their powers of deception, He warned them to be careful that even the elect may be deceived if possible by those false prophets. However for them to avoid this deception they must abide by the truth.

What lessons should we learn about giving?

we all came in to this world with nothing so whatever we have is to Glorify God, God didn't say we should give Him everything but whatsoever we have let's in humility present it before our Maker. 

Why does this discussion link with Daniel?

Before this was mentioned by Christ, Daniel already had an idea about the event or the situation that is about to take place and Christ repeatedly warned the people to be ready.

Why was it a surprising event to the disciples?

The disciples were suprised because they didn't study to understand the time rather their minds were focused on the magnificent temple.

Why will the coming of Christ be earth's remarkable event?

The coming of the Son of Man will be the earth's remarkable event because sinful work will be ended and to the believers it will be a burden relief.

What are we to do amidst these great tribulations?

Just as it was told to the people of old despite their ignorance, believers are urged to get ready. This event reminds us of the days of Noah, when some were carried unaware. However, the saints will keep their eyes on watch.

In Conclusion,

God has done everything for man to be saved but in the world covered and swallowed up by evil, the salvation of men may be hindered by their decision making but I pray that may God reach out to those who open their hearts to Christ, may everyone come to knowledge of the God's Word and may they be saved in Jesus' name.