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EYEWITNESS 2: More Lessons from People Who Saw Jesus Suffer
From the series "Eye Witness".
Welcome
“Who was/is the present-day “eyewitness” of Jesus that helped convinced you (or is convincing you) to believe that Jesus truly is the only true Savior and Lord?”
Give everyone a turn to answer before moving on.
Worship
Sing together, then read the passage and pray before the discussion.
- We Give Thanks
- Hosanna
- What He’s Done
- How Great is Your Love
- The Lord is My Salvation
Word
Luke 23:32-43 · (Read the remainder of the chapter as well)
32 Two others also, who were criminals, were being led away to be put to death with Him. When they came to the place called The Skull, there they crucified Him and the criminals, one on the right and the other on the left. 34 But Jesus was saying, “Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing.” And they cast lots, dividing up His garments among themselves. 35 And the people stood by, looking on. And even the rulers were sneering at Him, saying, “He saved others; let Him save Himself if this is the Christ of God, His Chosen One.” 36 The soldiers also mocked Him, coming up to Him, offering Him sour wine, 37 and saying, “If You are the King of the Jews, save Yourself!” 38 Now there was also an inscription above Him, “THIS IS THE KING OF THE JEWS.” 39 One of the criminals who were hanged there was hurling abuse at Him, saying, “Are You not the Christ? Save Yourself and us!” 40 But the other answered, and rebuking him said, “Do you not even fear God, since you are under the same sentence of condemnation? 41 And we indeed are suffering justly, for we are receiving what we deserve for our deeds; but this man has done nothing wrong.” 42 And he was saying, “Jesus, remember me when You come in Your kingdom!” 43 And He said to him, “Truly I say to you, today you shall be with Me in Paradise.”
Point it out
- 01INTRO: Matthew 16:15-17
- 02The Penitent ThiefLuke 23:32-43, Matthew 27:44
- 03The SoldiersLuke 23:34, 36-38, Galatians 6:7
- 04The People & The RulersLuke 23:35
- 05The CenturionLuke 23:44-47, Matthew 27:54
- 06The WomenLuke 23:49, 55-56, Matthew 25:21
- 07Joseph of ArimatheaLuke 23:50-53, John 19:39-40, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Matthew 16:16
Paraphrase it
Restate the verse in your own words.
Talk about it
- What did you like about these verses?
- What did you learn about God?
- What did you learn about people?
- What did you learn from the witnesses?
- What did you learn about following Jesus?
Works
Apply it
Based on this lesson on “EYEWITNESS 2: More Lessons from People Who Saw Jesus Suffer”, write down your action point to apply what you learned. Make it your “I Will…” statement and follow the S.M.A.R.T guideline to come up with a do-able action point.
- Simple
- Measurable
- Appropriate
- Realistic
- Time-bound
“I Will _____________________________”
Share it
Who will you share these truths to this week?
Weekly Prayer Points
Thanksgiving
- Worship God for who He is, what He has done, and what He will do in our lives.
Country and the World
- Upright and moral governance of public servants; repentance and salvation for government leaders and citizens for a Christ-centered Philippines.
- For legislators to promote and support bills and laws aligned with God’s Word.
- Pray for persecuted Christians in Sudan and Nigeria) — many have been beheaded and murdered; earnestly seek God’s intervention to stop the bloodshed. Pray for freedom from oppression, that God’s word and His people bring them comfort and hope.
- PRAISE God that all Israeli hostages have been restored to their families! Continue to pray for Israel’s war with terrorists to end according to God’s purpose and for His glory. For Jewish people worldwide who are experiencing a surge of antisemitism. May this lead them to the Messiah, Jesus as they turn to God for help and comfort.
- For nations in turmoil (e.g., Ukraine, Middle Eastern countries, etc.) to experience true freedom in Christ and become centers for massive spiritual revivals in their regions. For new Iranian leadership to rise up that will be for the people of Iran, will promote freedom of worship that the Iranian believers will be able to reach out to the rest of their countrymen and the people of the Middle East.
Church
- That CCF Members would honor and love God and make disciples.
- For elders, pastors, dleaders, and families to become holy, humble, harmonious, happy, and heart-working.
- Ministries and churches expand worldwide.
CCF Facilities
- Worship and Training Center
- Prayer Mountain
Personal Concerns
- Deeper intimate relationship with God.
- Righteous living.
- Salvation of family and friends.
Memory verse
Matthew 16:16-17
16 Simon Peter answered, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” 17 And Jesus said to him, “Blessed are you, Simon Barjona, because flesh and blood did not reveal this to you, but My Father who is in heaven.”