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If you travel to Jerusalem, you can visit at least two locations that purport to be the site where Jesus was crucified. They both have a pretty good claim, and they are both fascinating sites to see. But the truth is, the *location* where Jesus died is far less important than the *reason* Jesus died. That is the matter before us in Matthew 27:45-54. In these verses, Matthew describes seven witnesses to the death of Jesus – three before He died and four immediately after. These witnesses help us better understand both Who Jesus is and why Jesus died.
Matthew 27:45-54 ESV
Sermon Outline & Notes
We need to know Who Jesus Is to understand Why Jesus Died.
1. The Darkness = Jesus is the Light of the World ==> Jesus died to drive out Darkness
2. The Cry = Jesus is the Lamb of God ==> Jesus died to take away the sins of the world
3. The Drink = Jesus is the Son of Man ==> Jesus died to restore broken humanity
4. The Curtain = Jesus is the Reconciler ==> Jesus died to reconcile people to God
5. The Earth = Jesus is the Creator ==> Jesus died to restore the created order
6. The Tombs = Jesus is the Resurrection Life ==> Jesus died to give us eternal life
7. The Centurion = Jesus is the Son of God ==> Jesus died to offer salvation to the world