Main Idea: Jesus was crucified for our sins and resurrected for our justification before the Father.

Why Was the Crucifixion of Jesus Necessary? - Mark 15:33–47

• Jesus was crucified to take our sin on himself as a sacrificial lamb
  • Mark 15:33–36
  • Romans 8:3, 4
• Jesus was crucified to endure the punishment for our sin
  • Mark 15:37
  • John 19:30
  • Romans 1:18
  • John 3:36
  • 1 Thessalonians 5:9
• Jesus was crucified to make permanent that which had previously only been temporary
  • Mark 15:38
  • Hebrews 9:11–14
  • Hebrews 10:11–14
• Jesus really died because death is the ultimate price for sin
  • Mark 15:40–47
  • Romans 3:23
  • Romans 6:23

Why Was the Resurrection of Jesus Necessary? - Mark 16:1–8

• The Father resurrected Jesus from the dead to validate the forgiveness of sins won through His death
  • Mark 16:1–6
  • Romans 4:25
• The Father resurrected Jesus to vindicate the righteousness of Christ that is credited to those who believe in Him
  • Mark 16:7, 8
  • Matthew 5:20
  • 2 Corinthians 5:21

So What?

• Have I trusted in the death and resurrection of Jesus unto salvation?
  • Mark 15:39
  • Romans 10:9, 10