“And They Crucified Him” (Mark 15:21-32)
“AND THEY CRUCIFIED HIM”
(Mark 15:21-32)
INTRODUCTION: If Jesus was Lord, what was he doing on a cross?
I. JESUS WAS FICTION?
II. JESUS WAS FEEBLE?
III. JESUS WAS A FAILURE?
Questions for Family Review/Discussion:
- What is one of your favorite Bible verses and why?
- Caesar claimed to be Lord and ruled the known world. Jesus claimed to be Lord and died as a criminal, executed by Caesar’s representative. Who was right?
- If Jesus was the Son of God, why does it seem that the ungodly are prevailing?
- What are some Old Testament examples of a substitutionary atonement?
- What evidence supports Jesus’ claim to be the Son of God? Do you think anyone today is truly justified to not believe in Jesus? Why or why not?
- What do you think are the qualities that make a good leader? How does Jesus stack up to your criteria?
- What does the gospel declare was necessary for Jesus to “save” others?
- What excuses do most people today give for not believing on and following Jesus? Which excuses are most compelling to you?
- When, if ever, did you believe on Christ? Why? What factors have confirmed that your belief was justified, the right decision?