One Hope

Cross of Christ

Acts 2:22-24 Plan of the Cross

What was the purpose of the cross?

Who is responsible for Jesus’ death?

Matthew 26:31-28:10 Pain of the Cross

What are the pains Christ suffered on the cross? (Emotional, Physical, Spiritual)

Describe the emotional pain Jesus went through. (stress, loneliness, betrayal, false accusations, humiliation, denial)

Describe the physical pain. (Read Medical Account)

What is the spiritual pain Christ suffered? (Matthew 27:45-50 separated from God for the first time)

1 Peter 2:21-25 Personal Responsibility of the Cross

Why was Jesus separated from God?

How does that make you feel knowing Jesus paid the price for your sin?

[Read Isaiah 53:4-6 substituting person’s name]

Acts 2:36-47 Power of the Cross

What was the response to their understanding of the Cross?

1. Brokenness

2. Eagerness

3. Lordship

4. Repentance

5. Baptism

6. Rejoicing

7. Devotion

Personal Decisions:

What have you learned about your personal responsibility of Jesus’ death on the cross?

How will you accept God’s grace through Jesus’ sacrifice?

What is your response to this sacrifice?