What is the most encouraging passage in the Bible?

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JESUS IS CRUCIFIED ON THE CROSS

A crowd follows Jesus as He is led to be crucified

Two criminals are crucified alongside Jesus

“Father, forgive them, because they do not know…”

“Save yourself and us”

“Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom”

“Today you will be with me in paradise”

“One thief was saved so that no sinner might despair, but only one, so that no sinner might presume.” -J.C. Ryle

JESUS OFFERS THE HOPE OF SALVATION TO ANYONE

It is possible to experience salvation just minutes before death

God’s grace can seem “scandalous”

THE REALITY OF GOD’S GRACE MUST NOT LULL US INTO COMPLACENCY

God’s salvation is a free gift that must be received by faith

The thief on the cross was an anomaly, not the norm

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May the Lord help us to always cherish, but never abuse, His amazing grace