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In Week 4 of our series 7 Questions Jesus Asked, Pastor/Elder Barry Jones takes a powerful exploration of Jesus' cry on the cross, 'My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?', delving into the profound depths of Christ's sacrifice. The supernatural darkness that fell during the crucifixion symbolizes God's judgment on sin, reminding us of the weight Jesus bore for our sake. This moment of separation between Father and Son reveals the immense cost of our salvation. Yet, even in this darkest hour, we see a glimmer of hope in Jesus' use of 'my God,' showing His unwavering trust. As we reflect on times when we feel forsaken, Pastor Barry encourages us to pour out our hearts to God, remember His past faithfulness, seek His protection, and persevere in faith. This message reassures us that because of Christ's sacrifice, we as believers will never truly be forsaken by God.

Scripture References: 1 Peter 5:7, Mark 15:33-39, Luke 23:43, Psalms 22:1, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Habakkuk 1:12-13, Hebrews 13:5, Exodus 10:21, Matthew 28:20, Hebrews 13:2

Related Topics: Character of God, Death, Faithfulness, Jesus Christ, Sacrifice, Salvation, Sin, The Gospel, Trust | More Messages from Barry Jones

From Series: "7 Questions Jesus Asked"

Great teachers ask great questions, and Jesus challenged is disciples with some of the most important questions anyone could ever contemplate. In this series, we’ll engage with 7 of the most thought-provoking, challenging and inspiring questions that Jesus posed as recorded by the gospel writers.