The Suffering Savior
The Suffering Savior3
"Behold the Man!"
By J.R. Miller0ISA 53:3MAT 27:29LUK 23:4JHN 19:5J.R. Miller reflects on Pilate's poignant presentation of Jesus, urging the crowd to 'Behold the man!' as He stands adorned with a crown of thorns and a purple robe. Despite the cruelty inflicted upon Him, Jesus remains sinless and embodies the essence of love and mercy, having no faults to be found by His accusers. His kingly demeanor is evident in His silence amidst insults and His unwavering love, even in suffering. Miller emphasizes that Jesus' suffering was not in vain; it was a redemptive act that transformed the world's cruelty into kindness and bitterness into sweetness. Ultimately, Jesus' kingship shines through His sacrifice, offering believers a crown of life in exchange for His crown of thorns.
Christ, Conqueror, Savior and Sufferer
By A.B. Simpson2ISA 63:1A.B. Simpson presents a profound exploration of Jesus as the Conqueror, Savior, and Sufferer, emphasizing His victory over sin and death, which He achieved through His solitary suffering. He illustrates that Christ's triumph is not just a historical event but a present reality for believers, who can claim His victory in their own lives. Simpson highlights the importance of recognizing Jesus as the righteous and mighty Savior who fights for the oppressed, and he encourages Christians to embrace their own sufferings as part of their journey with Christ. The sermon concludes with a call to understand the solitude of Christ's suffering and the necessity of sharing in His burdens as part of the Christian experience.
Isaiah Chapter 21 the Suffering Savior
By A.B. Simpson0ISA 53:2ISA 53:6ISA 53:8ISA 53:10MAT 27:46ROM 5:81PE 2:24A.B. Simpson expounds on Isaiah Chapter 21, focusing on the profound suffering of the Savior as depicted in Isaiah 52:14-15 and 53:11. He emphasizes the lowly birth, rejection, and sacrificial sufferings of Jesus, portraying Him as the Man of sorrows who bore the weight of humanity's sins. Simpson argues against interpretations that apply these prophecies to Israel, asserting that they point unmistakably to Christ's redemptive work. The sermon highlights the fruits of His suffering, including deliverance, forgiveness, and peace for believers, while also celebrating the ultimate victory and satisfaction found in Christ's resurrection and intercession.