Luke 23:32-43

Emphasis: The cross of Jesus modeled FORGIVENESS and made PARADISE accessible.

• Forgiveness and Paradise
  • Lost Sinner
    • “Father” (v.34a)
    • “Forgive them” (v.34b)
    • “For they do not know” (v.34c)
  • Eternal Security
    • Admit your sins (vv.40-41a)
    • Believe in Jesus (v.41b)
    • Commit your life to Christ (v.42)
  • Nearby Savior
    • Urgent – “Today” 
    • Bonding – “You will be with me”
    • Connection – “In Paradise”
  • Transition State
    • The Place of Criminal 
    • The Process of Crucifixion
    • The Power of Cross