Luke 23:13
The sermon highlights the significance of Christ's death on the cross and how it leads to life, emphasizing the need to die to self and submit to God's will.
Chuck Smith discusses the concept of the 'Death March' in relation to humanity's struggles and Christ's sacrifice. He highlights the plight of the four lepers and Esther's courageous declaration, emphasizing that while many face death due to their own sins, Christ's death march was for the sins of others. Smith points out that Jesus was abandoned by most of His followers during this time, yet He understood the true significance of His sacrifice and the promise of resurrection. He concludes by urging listeners to embrace their own 'death march' by dying to self in order to find true life in Christ.
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"THE DEATH MARCH"
I. THE DEATH MARCH OF MAN.
A. Four lepers "Why sit we here?"
B. Esther "If I perish I perish."
II. CHRIST DEATH MARCH.
A. Not for self or own sins.
1. Many a man made death march for own guilt.
a. Two thieves "We receive the due reward for our deeds."
2. He was taking death march for you.
a. "All have sinned."
b. "The soul that sinneth shall surely die."
c. "The wages of sin is death."
d. "He who knew no sin became sin for us."
e. "The Lord hath laid upon Him the iniquity of us all."
B. He was deserted by most of followers.
1. A few women and John were close by.
2. He alone knew full significance of cross.
3. He alone knew of the resurrection.
III. YOUR DEATH MARCH THAT LEADS TO LIFE.
A. "He that will loose his life for my sake the same will save it."
1. To find life one must die to self.
a. As long as you try in yourself.
b. As long as you hope in self.
c. As long as you are ruled by self.
1. Abideth in death.
Sermon Outline
- The Death March of Man points: null
- Christ's Death March points: null
- Your Death March That Leads to Life points: null
Key Quotes
“He that will loose his life for my sake the same will save it.” — Chuck Smith
“If I perish I perish.” — Chuck Smith
“Why sit we here?” — Chuck Smith
Application Points
- To find life, you must be willing to die to your own desires and ambitions.
- Submission to God's will is essential for spiritual growth and transformation.
- The death of Christ on the cross is a powerful reminder of God's love and willingness to forgive humanity's sins.