Ptr. Rei Dela Torre
UBC Manila

Mark 15:1-41

Central Emphasis: If we truly desire the glory of the kingdom we must be willing to be united with the crucified Christ. For the cross is the way to the kingdom

  • The Hypocrisy of the Council (vv1-4)
    • Corrupt Practices (Mark 11:15-18, 27-33, Mark 12:1-12)
    • Conspiracy (Mark 14:53-63; 15:1)
    • False Charges
      • Blasphemy (Mark 14:61-65)
      • Rebellion (Luke 23:1-3)
    • Envy (v.10)
      • Popularity of Jesus (John 11:45-50)
      • Position is at Stake (John 11:45-50)
  • The Humiliation and Suffering of Christ (vv. 6-26)
  • The Hardheartedness of the Crown (vv. 23-30)
  • The Healing of our Curse (vv. 33-40)
    • Jesus’ Substitution Death (2 Cor 5:21, Isa 53:3-11)
    • Broke the Power of Sin (Romans 6:14)
    • Brings Redemption (Romans 3:24)
    • Reconciliation with God (5:6-10)