Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Isaiah 53
Sermon: The Suffering of Christ
Text: Isaiah 53:3–5
"He is despised and rejected of men; a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief… But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed."
1. Christ's Suffering Was Foretold (Prophecy Fulfilled)
• Long before His birth, the prophets declared that the Messiah would suffer (Isaiah 53, Psalm 22).
• His suffering was not an accident, but part of God's eternal plan for salvation.
• Lesson: Nothing in our lives is outside of God's knowledge. Even suffering has a divine purpose.
2. Christ's Suffering Was Physical
• He was scourged, mocked, crowned with thorns, nailed to the cross (Matthew 27:26–35).
• He endured intense pain that He didn't deserve.
• Lesson: The depth of His wounds shows the depth of His love.
3. Christ's Suffering Was Emotional
• Rejected by His own people (John 1:11).
• Betrayed by Judas, denied by Peter, forsaken by His disciples.
• He even cried out, "My God, My God, why hast thou forsaken me?" (Matthew 27:46).
• Lesson: When we feel abandoned, we can take comfort knowing Christ understands rejection and loneliness.
4. Christ's Suffering Was Spiritual
• On the cross, He bore the weight of the world's sin (2 Corinthians 5:21).
• The sinless Son of God became the sin-bearer.
• Lesson: Sin has a heavy cost, but Christ paid it in full.
He died in your place for your sin
5. The Purpose of Christ's Suffering
• To bring us peace with God (Romans 5:1).
• To heal us from sin (1 Peter 2:24).
• To give us eternal life (John 3:16).
• Lesson: His suffering was not in vain—it was for you.
6. Our Response to Christ's Suffering
• Gratitude – Live with thankfulness for His sacrifice.
• Holiness – Turn away from sin, since Christ died to free us from it.
• Endurance – When we suffer, we follow in His steps (1 Peter 2:21).
• Witness – Share His love and sacrifice with others.
Conclusion
Christ's suffering reveals both the seriousness of sin and the greatness of His love. On the cross, love and justice met. We are forgiven, healed, and given new life because He chose to suffer in our place.
Call to Action:
• Remember His sacrifice daily.
• Live not for yourself, but for Him
Text: Isaiah 53:3–5
"He is despised and rejected of men; a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief… But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed."
1. Christ's Suffering Was Foretold (Prophecy Fulfilled)
• Long before His birth, the prophets declared that the Messiah would suffer (Isaiah 53, Psalm 22).
• His suffering was not an accident, but part of God's eternal plan for salvation.
• Lesson: Nothing in our lives is outside of God's knowledge. Even suffering has a divine purpose.
2. Christ's Suffering Was Physical
• He was scourged, mocked, crowned with thorns, nailed to the cross (Matthew 27:26–35).
• He endured intense pain that He didn't deserve.
• Lesson: The depth of His wounds shows the depth of His love.
3. Christ's Suffering Was Emotional
• Rejected by His own people (John 1:11).
• Betrayed by Judas, denied by Peter, forsaken by His disciples.
• He even cried out, "My God, My God, why hast thou forsaken me?" (Matthew 27:46).
• Lesson: When we feel abandoned, we can take comfort knowing Christ understands rejection and loneliness.
4. Christ's Suffering Was Spiritual
• On the cross, He bore the weight of the world's sin (2 Corinthians 5:21).
• The sinless Son of God became the sin-bearer.
• Lesson: Sin has a heavy cost, but Christ paid it in full.
He died in your place for your sin
5. The Purpose of Christ's Suffering
• To bring us peace with God (Romans 5:1).
• To heal us from sin (1 Peter 2:24).
• To give us eternal life (John 3:16).
• Lesson: His suffering was not in vain—it was for you.
6. Our Response to Christ's Suffering
• Gratitude – Live with thankfulness for His sacrifice.
• Holiness – Turn away from sin, since Christ died to free us from it.
• Endurance – When we suffer, we follow in His steps (1 Peter 2:21).
• Witness – Share His love and sacrifice with others.
Conclusion
Christ's suffering reveals both the seriousness of sin and the greatness of His love. On the cross, love and justice met. We are forgiven, healed, and given new life because He chose to suffer in our place.
Call to Action:
• Remember His sacrifice daily.
• Live not for yourself, but for Him
# posted by Groseys messages @ 8:51 PM 
