Gospel of the cross

Gospel of the Cross Cross is a sign of contradiction and causes confusion. Whin we try to avoid cross and suffering by all means, we are rejecting the Crucified Lord. Gospel of wealth and prosperity is more attractive than the invitation to partake in His suffering. The temptation to win the crown without the cross is today greater than ever. When we give in to that temptation we are missing the essence of Christian discipleship. The message of the Cross is the message of salvation. The search for this message in the light of the Word of God leads us to the forgotten but central message of the Cross. CONTENTS Introduction Part I - The Crucified Lord 1. Historical Facts 2. Death of Jesus: A Historical Explanation 3. God's Plan - Old Testament 4. Predictions - Interpretations 5. Self-Surrender of Jesus 6. Sacrifice of Atonment Part II - Gospel from the Cross 7. Cry from the Cross 8. Father, Forgive 9. Today in Paradise 10. Behold Your Son 11. Why have you Forsaken me? 12. I Thirst 13. It is Fulfilled 14. Father, into Your Hands 15. Conclusion