Easter Sunday Morning Worship

Pastor Akin examined the story of two criminals crucified alongside Jesus, showing how they represent two different responses to Christ. The first thief was entitled, unrepentant, and rejected Jesus despite being right next to the only person who could save him. The second thief feared God and recognized his need for salvation. Akin emphasized that Jesus fulfilled Old Testament prophecy by being numbered among transgressors. He challenged men in particular not to miss their opportunity with Jesus by only attending church once a year on Easter, warning against treating faith as a box to check rather than a genuine relationship.

In this message:

The cross and resurrection of Jesus offers you a second chance because the cross provides the way of salvation.Jesus fulfilled Isaiah 53's prophecy by being numbered among the transgressors when crucified between two criminals.The first thief was entitled, unrepentant, and rejected Jesus despite being right next to the only person who could save him.Some people come so close to Jesus yet totally miss the opportunity for salvation.When men get their hearts right with the Lord, God does amazing things in their marriages, families, and lives.