Luke 23:26-43

JESUS’ CROSS GIVES US PARADISE

Keywords 23:43

Jesus answered him, "I tell you the truth, today you will be with me in paradise."

 

1. Forgiveness is offered from the cross (26-34)

 Jesus’ condemnation to die by crucifixion looked like a tragic injustice. His

friends mourned and wailed for him. But Jesus didn’t need people to weep for

him; rather, he taught us to realize the fruit of sin and escape the judgment that is

coming. Jesus himself provided the way to do that. He offered himself for our sins

on the cross and prayed for our forgiveness.

 

2. Jesus gives paradise to one who asks (35-43)

 People from many walks of life mocked Jesus in his seemingly helpless condition

on the cross, daring him to come down and save himself. But the fear of God

came into the heart of one of the condemned criminals, and he saw the kingdom

of God in Jesus. He asked Jesus to remember him, and Jesus granted him a

place in paradise immediately and unconditionally. Jesus gives salvation freely to

anyone who asks him!

 

Prayer Lord Jesus, remember me, and let your death cover my sins so I may

come to your kingdom.

One Word Forgiveness and paradise from Jesus’ cross