Thread by @VbcOgbomoso

Text: Hebrews 4:11-16
Title: The essence of the Cross

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If the cross has no meaning to you then you don't have the faith yet.

The gospel of Christ is not outside the cross.

The cross of Christ is a place of encounter with Christ.

The cross is a place of an exchange where new life is obtained.

The cross is a place where our sin is exchanged for righteousness.

The cross is a place where we enter God.

Essence: the property, the most significant element, quality or aspect of a thing or person.

Element of Mercy.
Mercy is a reality in God given to us by the sovereignty of God. It shields us from what we truly deserve. Exodus 34:6, Lamentations 3:22

It is prerogative of God to give His mercy to who so ever He wills. John 8:10-11

God's mercy is needed for a believer's daily existence.

How to obtain mercy.
1. A life that will obtain mercy of God is a life that acknowledges his inadequacies. Psalm 39:4

2. A life that will obtain mercy is a life that will reverence God. Isaiah 40:28-31

3. A life that will obtain mercy is a life of total surrender to God. Psalm 51:17

4. A life that will obtain mercy is a life willing to sacrifice everything and anything for God. Psalm 40:1

5. A life that will obtain mercy is a life that is merciful to others. Matthew 5:7

6. A life that will obtain mercy is a life that acknowledges his sin. Psalm 51:5

When you come before the throne of grace, the first needed thing is mercy. Hebrews 4:16

The chief administrator of grace is Jesus Christ.

When you come before the throne of God, you come as one who wants to minister.

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