The Cross Was Anything BUT Defeat The Gospels Luke 23:44–49

Why did Jesus’s crucifixion seem like just another failed messianic movement? What did the people standing at the cross fail to understand? And what do the darkness and torn curtain reveal about who he truly is? In today’s episode, Patrick shares how Luke 23:44–49 reveals the cosmic significance of Jesus’s death and why the cross was never a defeat, but the beginning of salvation. Read the Bible with us! This year, we’re exploring the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—and it's never too late to join! Download your reading plan now. Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and

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This episode was published on Jun 4, 2026.

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