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Why Didn’t God Stop the Cross? Most Christians Miss This (Matthew 28 Explained)

David Doty

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Why didn’t God stop the crucifixion… if He had the power to?

Matthew 28 shows something most people overlook. The same power that shook the earth, sent an angel like lightning, and dropped trained Roman guards to the ground… was completely restrained at the cross.

But here’s what most people miss…

The issue was never power. It was purpose.

In this teaching, we walk through:

Why the resurrection was made public—not hidden
Why people reject truth even when evidence is clear
The difference between believing in Jesus and following Him
What the Great Commission actually requires (and what most ignore)

This is where it shifts…

Jesus didn’t call us to agreement—He called us to participation. Not just converts… but disciples. Not just belief… but transformation.

And the real question isn’t:
Do you believe in the resurrection?

It’s this:
Are you living under His authority?

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