Seven Burdens (Truth Bombs Good Friday - Pastor Bill)

Seven Burdens (Truth Bombs Good Friday - Pastor Bill)

Author: 922 Ministries April 7, 2026 Duration: 37:18

In this unique Good Friday service, we gather to contemplate the "Seven Words" spoken by Jesus from the cross. Each word serves a divine purpose: to lift the specific burdens that weigh down our souls—burdens of guilt, despair, loneliness, abandonment, emptiness, striving, and even death.
In this message, we explore the Seven Words of Jesus:
* Word 1: The Burden of Guilt – "Father, forgive them..." (Luke 23:34). Forgiveness is a treasure we must not take for granted; at the cross, we see what it cost God to free us from our shame.
* Word 2: The Burden of Despair – "Today you will be with me in paradise" (Luke 23:43). Jesus offers restoration for broken relationships and hope for even the most "irreparable" damage.
* Word 3: The Burden of Loneliness – "Woman, here is your son..." (John 19:26-27). At the cross, Jesus redefines family, ensuring that no one who gathers before Him ever has to be alone.
* Word 4: The Burden of Abandonment – "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" (Matthew 27:46). Jesus stepped into the breach and took our judgment so that God could promise us: "Never will I leave you".
* Word 5: The Burden of Emptiness – "I thirst" (John 19:28). Jesus experienced the ultimate spiritual thirst so that He could become the "living water" that fills our restless hearts.
* Word 6: The Burden of Striving – "It is finished" (John 19:30). Our greatest debt has been paid in full. We can stop trying to earn our way to God, because Jesus has already "got you covered".
* Word 7: The Burden of Death – "Father, into your hands I commit my spirit" (Luke 23:46). Because of Jesus’ sacrifice, death is no longer a finality but a "safe passage" home to the Father.


Each week, the communities of St. Peter Lutheran and The CORE in Appleton, Wisconsin, gather to explore faith, life, and scripture. This audio feed brings those weekly sermons directly to you, offering a consistent source of reflection and teaching grounded in Lutheran Christian tradition. You'll hear messages that connect ancient biblical wisdom to the realities of modern living, tackling topics from everyday relationships and personal struggles to the broader call to community and service. The voices from 922 Ministries-The CORE & St. Peter Lutheran aim to provide more than just information; they seek to foster a deeper understanding and a practical, resilient faith. Whether you're a long-time member, a spiritual seeker, or someone simply curious about a thoughtful perspective on Christianity, this podcast serves as an accessible way to engage with these teachings on your own schedule. It’s like having a regular, grounded conversation about what it means to live with purpose and hope, drawn directly from the heart of a Wisconsin ministry. Tune in for a straightforward, substantive addition to your weekly routine.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

922 Ministries - The CORE & St. Peter Lutheran
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