Join us for an impactful sermon as Pastor Joe delves into the profound events of Mark Chapter 15, exploring the depth of Jesus’ sacrifice and the reasons behind His crucifixion. In this sermon, we journey through Mark 15, examining the physical and emotional torment Jesus endured and the ultimate purpose of His suffering. *Key Points Covered:* 1. *Introduction to Good Friday* – Understanding the significance of Good Friday and its place in Holy Week. [00:58] 2. *Jesus Before Pilate* – Pilate’s dilemma and the release of Barabbas. [01:48] 3. *The Scourging of Jesus* – A detailed medical description of the brutal scourging Jesus endured. [04:10] 4. *The Crucifixion Process* – Step-by-step account of the crucifixion, including the physical agony Jesus faced. [08:20] 5. *Jesus’ Last Moments* – The final hours on the cross, His cry of abandonment, and the tearing of the temple veil. [16:30] 6. *Reasons for Jesus’ Sacrifice* – Five reasons why Jesus endured the cross, including fulfilling God’s redemptive plan and demonstrating God’s love. [24:15] 7. *The Victory Over Sin and Death* – How Jesus’ sinless life, sacrificial death, and resurrection give us victory. [33:18] YouTube Chapters [0:00] – Welcome [00:58] – Introduction to Mark 15 [01:48] – Jesus Faces Pontius Pilate [02:35] – The Release of Barabbas [04:10] – The Scourging of Jesus [05:11] – Simon of Cyrene Bears the Cross [05:56] – Golgotha: The Place of the Skull [06:57] – The Crucifixion Begins [08:20] – Medical Description of Crucifixion [12:01] – The Agony of the Cross [13:43] – Jesus’ Final Moments [15:29] – The Mockery and Darkness [16:30] – Jesus’ Cry of Forsakenness [18:14] – Jesus’ Last Breath [18:51] – The Temple Veil Torn [20:00] – The Centurion’s Declaration [21:36] – The Question of Why [22:57] – The Joy Set Before Jesus [24:15] – Five Reasons Jesus Endured the Cross [26:44] – Demonstrating God’s Love [28:36] – Atonement and Propitiation [33:18] – Victory Over Sin and Death [35:57] – The Power of the Resurrection [37:01] – Invitation to Accept Jesus [38:57] – Ministry Team and Closing Prayer SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for more videos: http://bit.ly/2HUQmev GIVING If you’d like to be a part of what God’s doing at Trinity Dallas – locally + globally – you can give at https://bit.ly/2U1JC8g FOLLOW below for more info on groups + events: Trinity Dallas Website: http://bit.ly/C3TrinityDallasWebsite Trinity Dallas Facebook: http://bit.ly/C3TrinityDallasFacebook Trinity Dallas Instagram: http://bit.ly/C3TrinityDallasInstagram Trinity Dallas 4300 Cole Ave Dallas, Texas Services Every Sunday 9a + 11a cst