1. Jesus, the King of the Jews (32-37)

Jesus was too weak from the beatings to carry his cross, so Simon of Cyrene was pressed into service. This must have been the worst and best experience of Simon's life. Jesus refused a bitter narcotic given to ease suffering. The soldiers divided his clothes and unwittingly fulfilled Scripture (Ps 22:18). The sign above his head proclaimed, and sought to mock, the truth: 'This is Jesus, the King of the Jews.'

2. He saved others-not himself (38-44)

He was crucified between two robbers. It was an effort to add to his shame and guilt, but, in reality, it fulfilled Scripture (Isa 53:12b). As he hung helplessly between heaven and earth, his lifeblood slowly trickling from his wounds, passers by insulted and mocked him. The theme of their mockery was, 'Come down from the cross.' 'Save yourself.' But Jesus did not save himself. He gave up his life for the sins of the world. He died to save me, and you, and all who put their trust in him.

Application: Lord, thank you for saving me. You suffered more than my tongue can describe, and you did it for me. How can I repay the debt I owe?
One Word: Jesus suffered for me