The First Prediction of His Death
Luke 9:18-22
April 7, 2010
The First Prediction of His Death
Luke 9:18-22
1. Jesus was alone praying. (vs. 18)
We must follow His example. Matthew 6:5-6
2. The people's belief: Jesus was only a great man. (Vs. 18-19)
3. The disciples' conviction: Jesus was Messiah. (vs. 20)
"Peter answering said, The Christ of God."
Who do you say Jesus is?
4. The full meaning of the conviction. (Vs. 21-22)
A. The full meaning: was not yet grasped.
B. The full meaning: Jesus was the suffering and conquering Savior.
The Prediction of the Cross
Luke 18:31-34
1. The purpose of Jesus going to Jerusalem was to fulfill the scripture.
(vs. 31)
2. The prophecies to be fulfilled. (Vs. 32-33)
A. He was to be tortured and disgraced.
B. He was to be put to death.
C. He was to rise again.
3. The disciples' response: confusion. (vs. 34)
