And Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” And they cast lots to divide his garments. And the people stood by, watching, but the rulers scoffed at him, saying, “He saved others; let him save himself, if he is the Christ of God, his Chosen One!” The soldiers also mocked him, coming up and offering him sour wine and saying, “If you are the King of the Jews, save yourself!” There was also an inscription over him, “This is the King of the Jews.” One of the criminals who were hanged railed at him, saying, “Are you not the Christ? Save yourself and us!” But the other rebuked him, saying, “Do you not fear God, since you are under the same sentence of condemnation? And we indeed justly, for we are receiving the due reward of our deeds; but this man has done nothing wrong.” And he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” And he said to him, “Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise.”
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Jesus given a death sentence? That can’t be right! He’s the best man who ever lived. It doesn’t make sense. In this Bible reading plan, children will walk the way to the cross, with Jesus; share the reality of that day; and also discover how this was part of God’s plan for Jesus and also for each of us! Ancora Kids complements the free children’s game app Guardians of Ancora.
Author Sherri Gragg writes in fictional narrative form while mixing biblical history with scripture, creating a setting that transforms readers back in time and places them right in Jesus’ presence. For three days, readers will walk with the Savior to witness miraculous events and gain fresh insight into His power from the vantage point of the people whose lives became instantly transformed by His love and grace.
I have come to realize that there are countless people who, even though they have sought forgiveness, have difficulty letting go of the past. In this study, some of Jesus' last words and request from God gives insight into how to live in the freedom He desires for each of us.
In the days leading up to Easter Sunday, let's take some time to stop, dive deep into Jesus' journey to the cross, and invite Him to bring you fresh revelation of this season. It is helpful to have a journal with you as you reflect on the questions, and to track what God reveals to you in this time!
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