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He could not save Himself, because He was saving us!

BibleGateway: Mark 15:26-32

ESV Text: Mark 15:26-32


KJV Text:

The section starts at about 2:36 and ends at about 3:26

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26 And the superscription of his accusation was written over, THE KING OF THE JEWS. 27 And with him they crucify two thieves; the one on his right hand, and the other on his left. 28 And the scripture was fulfilled, which saith, And he was numbered with the transgressors. 29 And they that passed by railed on him, wagging their heads, and saying, Ah, thou that destroyest the temple, and buildest it in three days, 30 Save thyself, and come down from the cross. 31 Likewise also the chief priests mocking said among themselves with the scribes, He saved others; himself he cannot save. 32 Let Christ the King of Israel descend now from the cross, that we may see and believe. And they that were crucified with him reviled him.(KJV)


Hymn: TLH 155:
Sweet the Moments Rich in Blessing

— Organ Audio

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1. Sweet the moments, rich in blessing, 
Which before the cross we spend, 
Life and health and peace possessing 
From the sinner’s dying Friend. 

2. Here we rest in wonder, viewing 
All our sins on Jesus laid; 
Here we see redemption flowing 
From the sacrifice He made. 

3. Here we find the dawn of heaven 
While upon the cross we gaze, 
See our trespasses forgiven, 
And our songs of triumph raise. 

4. Oh, that, near the cross abiding, 
We may to the Savior cleave, 
Naught with Him our hearts dividing, 
All for Him content to leave! 

5. Lord, in loving contemplation 
Fix our hearts and eyes on Thee 
Till we taste Thy full salvation 
And we unveiled glory see.