Easter Reading Guide - 2024

MARK 15:27-32 27 And with him they crucified two robbers, one on his right and one on his left. 29 And those who passed by derided him, wagging their heads and saying, “Aha! You who would destroy the temple and rebuild it in three days, 30 save yourself, and come down from the cross!” 31 So also the chief priests with the scribes mocked him to one another, saying, “He saved others; he cannot save himself. 32 Let the Christ, the King of Israel, come down now from the cross that we may see and believe.” Those who were crucified with him also reviled him. As Jesus faced the excruciating pain of torture and crucifixion, He also faced the pain of public ridicule and shaming. Some who participated in this had probably been in the crowds when He performed miracles, and some even had perhaps laid down their coats as He rode into Jerusalem. But as soon as the tides turned, so did their trust and belief in who He is. • What are areas in your life where you want God to "prove Himself" rather than accepting what He's given you? • How can Jesus' example of surrender to God's will help you navigate life when it gets hard? " DAY 3 | MARCH 27

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