Put a Lid on It
God previewed the rich meaning and impact of Christ’s redemptive work through the Old Testament symbols of the Ark of the Covenant, its sacrifices, and its rituals.
Good Friday
April 22, 2025
Questions in this episode: – Is it okay to be reading the Bible from two different translations and any versions you recommend? – Does God kill babies? – How would you explain Luke 18:19 to those who would say Jesus never claimed to be God? – Should a church practice communion with grape juice and …
The Truth about Golgotha
In the Good Friday sermon “The Truth about Golgotha,” Pastor Mike Fabarez explains the theological meaning of Christ’s crucifixion, emphasizing that the historical location called Golgotha—the “place of the skull”—was the divinely appointed site where Jesus bore the judicial penalty for human sin under the righteous wrath of God. Drawing from Gospel accounts such as …
Christ’s Preparation for Burial: Extravagant Gratitude
Becoming fully acceptable to God by the fragrant sacrifice of Christ ought to lead us to extravagant gratitude.
The Lamb Who Was Slain
This Good Friday Pastor Mike Fabarez looks at the crucifixion of Christ and its connection to the Passover lamb. Prepare for the resurrection celebration this Easter by remembering the reason Christ was crucified for us.
The Door of Mercy
Just like the impending doom in the days of Noah, one day the door of mercy will be shut against those who do not walk through the door of repentance and trust in Christ and what he did on the cross.
Real Love Good Friday
The Real Love of God is a kind of incomprehensible love that was willing to sacrifice an only beloved Son for the salvation and blessing of sinners.
The Ultimate Passover Celebration
Jesus, our Passover Lamb, has been sacrificed which enables God to “pass over” us in judgment and “pluck us out” from the slavery of sin.
Let His Blood Be on Us
Assuming responsibility for our sin (and in that sense Christ’s pain) is a prerequisite to enjoying the privilege of forgiveness and seeing the cross as a blessing. Additional note: there is no outline provided for this sermon.
Grateful For His Death
Christians must take communion with an attitude of thanksgiving for the cross.