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The Passage: Luke 23:32-43

The One Thing: Jesus is better than saving himself



KNOW

K1 — What stood out to you from this passage or from Sunday’s message? What did you notice about the people around Jesus on the cross—the rulers, soldiers, bystanders, and criminals?



GROW

G1 Jesus says, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” Where in the passage do you see people acting without understanding? Why do you think Jesus highlights their lack of awareness?

G2 Dan highlights four groups who needed forgiveness. Which group do you personally relate to at different times in your life—the indifferent bystander, the one who sneers, the one who mocks, or the one who lashes out from a place of pain?

G3 Luke shows that in this moment multiple Old Testament prophecies were being fulfilled. How does seeing Jesus’ death as part of God’s long-planned rescue mission strengthen your trust in God’s sovereignty or compassion?

G4 A major theme was the contrast between what Jesus did (he forgave) and what he did not do (he did not save himself). Why is it significant that our forgiveness depended on Jesus refusing to save himself?

G5 The second criminal recognized Jesus, admitted his own guilt, and simply said, “Remember me.” Why do you think this humble, two-word prayer was enough for Jesus to respond with such grace?

G6 In your own life, where do you sense Jesus gently saying, “I am better”—better than the idols, distractions, or alternative “saviours” that compete for your heart? What does that invitation mean for you right now?



SHOW

S1 Where do you need to turn toward Jesus today—in repentance, in trust, or in surrender? What might it look like for you to say, in your own way, “Jesus, remember me,” and to receive his forgiveness and presence this week?