A View From The Cross from the Eyes of the People

Five Views of the Cross of Christ Today’s Topic #4

“Through the Eyes of the People.”

People will be People

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The People’s Choice

“Almost everyone knows the difference between right and wrong, but some just hate to make decisions.”

(Joseph Salak)

The People’s Choice

Now the chief priests and the elders persuaded the crowd to ask for Barabbas and destroy Jesus. The governor again said to them, "Which of the two do you want me to release for you?" And they said, "Barabbas."

(Matthew 27:20-21; ESV)

The People’s Choice

“A wise man makes his own decisions, an ignorant man follows public opinion.”

(Chinese Proverb)

The People’s Choice

And all the people answered, "His blood be on us and on our children!"

(Matthew 27:25; ESV)

The People’s Choice

For the promise is for you and for your children and for all who are far off, everyone whom the Lord our God calls to himself."

(Acts 2:39; ESV)

Making Daily Decisions

The heart of man plans his way, but the LORD establishes his steps.

(Proverbs 16:9; ESV)

Making Daily Decisions

The heart of man plans his way, but the LORD establishes his steps.

(Proverbs 16:9; ESV)

Making Daily Decisions

• Will the decision I am going to make affect my eternal destiny?

• Will the choice I am going to make strengthen my faith?

Making Daily Decisions

• Will the decision I am going to make affect others?– Family?– Friends?– Co-workers?

Five Views of the Cross of Christ Today’s Topic #4

“Through the Eyes of the People.”