“Surely this man

was the Son of God!”

Mark 15.39

How do we know that Jesus was a man?

He was born!

Luke 2. 6-7

While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger.

How do we know that Jesus was a man?

He grew up!

Luke 2. 40

And the child grew and became strong; he was filled with wisdom, and the grace of God was on him.

How do we know that Jesus was a man?

He was hungry!

Matthew 4.2

After fasting for forty days and forty nights, he was hungry.

How do we know that Jesus was a man?

He was thirsty!

John 19.28

Later, knowing that everything had now been finished, and so that Scripture would be fulfilled, Jesus said, "I am thirsty."

How do we know that Jesus was a man?

He was tired!

John 4.6

Jacob's well was there, and Jesus, tired as he was from the journey, sat down by the well.

So

He really sufferedHe really died

Why did the Centurion think that Jesus was the Son of God?

It must have been something special

Why did the Centurion think that Jesus was the Son of God?

What he saw• The sign• The drink• The composure

Why did the Centurion think that Jesus was the Son of God?

What he heard• Compassion• Submission

Why did the Centurion think that Jesus was the Son of God?

What he experienced• Darkness• Earthquake

“Surely this man

was the Son of God!”

It convinced him.Is it enough to convince YOU?

We have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus, by a new and living way

opened for us through the curtain, that is, his body,

Hebrews 10:19-21