The Crucifixion (Luke 23:26–49) — A Sermon by R.C. Sproul

Summary

The sermon reflects on Jesus' first words from the cross, "Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do," as recorded in Luke 23. It highlights Jesus' role as an intercessor even in suffering and distinguishes between "vincible" and "invincible" ignorance regarding sin. The takeaway is to consider mitigating circumstances of ignorance when understanding divine forgiveness and human actions.