Mark 15:34 And at the ninth hour Jesus cried out in a loud voice, ‘Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani?‘ — which means, ‘My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?’ Reflection: Enduring three hours of a cruel beating while dragging his cross to the mount of Golgotha, Jesus Christ was crucified along with two rebels,Continue reading “Seven Last Words of Jesus-Fourth word”
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Seven last words of Jesus
The Second Words Reflection: Jesus Christ was hanging at the Cross along with two convicted criminals by his left and right, but the concentration of punishment was centered on him. He was the target of public outcry and mockery. One of the crucified criminals had mocked him too; “Aren’t you the Messiah? Save yourself andContinue reading “Seven last words of Jesus”
Seven last words of Jesus
The first words Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they don’t know what they’re doing.” Reflection: Wow! A display of the supernatural character of Jesus Christ amid crisis. It’s extraordinary to release forgiveness to your oppressors in the middle of the struggle. The enemies were ruthless and barbaric who did not merit an ounce ofContinue reading “Seven last words of Jesus”
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