Bearing The Cross
Hebrews 13:13 is an invitation and command to stand with Christ and take up his cross. Bearing his reproach is another way of saying bearing his cross. Simon of Cyrene was compelled to bear the cross of Christ literally. Spiritually you and I are compelled to do he same
The great pathway to the cross
"Let us go..."
Luke 15:21 - the example of Simon
Simon's course - it was altered
Simon's compulsion - he had to do it
Simon's children - God was merciful to his childrenThe glorious person on the cross
"Let us go forth unto him..."
the person of Christ is to be our focusthe gracious privilege of the cross
"...bearing his reproach"
what a privilege it is to bear the reproach of Christ
the cross suggests suffering
the cross includes shame
Matthew 27:31-31
"And as they came out..."
It was no accident that Simon met Christ
It was ordered by God from all eternity
Sermon ID | 2517121702 |
Duration | 41:07 |
Date | Feb 5, 2017 |
Category | Sunday - AM |
Bible Text | Hebrews 13:13 |