They Forced a Man Matthew 27:32 – As they were going out, they found a man from Cyrene named Simon, whom they forced to carry his cross. “They found” means they were looking for someone and they found him. For some strange reason they were looking for someone who stood out from the crowd. WhatContinue reading “They Forced a Man”
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Simon of Cyrene
Simon of Cyrene Mark 15:21 – The soldiers forced a passerby to carry his cross, Simon of Cyrene, who was coming in from the country (he was the father of Alexander and Rufus). Simon’s story is unique. Jesus had previously taught in Mark 8:34 saying, “If anyone wants to become my follower, he must denyContinue reading “Simon of Cyrene”
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