Mark 15:26 - 47

Jesus' death by crucifixion is outlined in these verses.  The physical agony suffered is not covered in great detail; but the emotional agony is.  Abandoned by His followers, humiliated by His fellow countrymen, mocked by those who came near Him, ridiculed by those crucified near Him, and - worst of all - forsaken by His Heavenly Father.  The physical and emotional agony was immense and intense; but the spiritual results are of such an impact that they are still being felt today!  It began with the centurion's declaration "Truly this was the Son of God!"  It was seen by many as the temple veil was torn top to bottom.  It brushed up against the lives of those who had seen Him just hours ago, as Pilate is told of Jesus' death by Joseph, who requested the body for burial.  For many, the events of that day were seen as an end; but it was only the beginning.