As I spoke yesterday in my message to the church, I wanted us to really consider this passion week. I believe that this week is not only a look into the heart of the Father but also a look into both the human and divine side of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Jesus spoke SEVEN different statements while on the cross.
His greatest desire was to bring love, forgiveness and healing to all people. Great compassion and forgiveness were both found in his first statement as the soldiers began to crucify him on the cross. He said, “Father forgive them for they know not what they do.” Luke 23:34. (Statement 1)
Jesus cried out for mercy for those that were crucifying him!
He was living out what he had taught in the Sermon on the Mount — that we should forgive and love our enemies; pray for those who use and persecute us.
In this statement, Jesus is showing us how we should extend forgiveness and mercy, even when it is not merited, asked for, or acknowledged.
Passion Week
PASSION WEEK DAY 1
As I spoke yesterday in my message to the church, I wanted us to really consider this passion week. I believe that this week is not only a look into the heart of the Father but also a look into both the human and divine side of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Jesus spoke SEVEN different statements while on the cross.
His greatest desire was to bring love, forgiveness and healing to all people. Great compassion and forgiveness were both found in his first statement as the soldiers began to crucify him on the cross. He said, “Father forgive them for they know not what they do.” Luke 23:34. (Statement 1)
Jesus cried out for mercy for those that were crucifying him!
He was living out what he had taught in the Sermon on the Mount — that we should forgive and love our enemies; pray for those who use and persecute us.
In this statement, Jesus is showing us how we should extend forgiveness and mercy, even when it is not merited, asked for, or acknowledged.
— Pastor Bob Deering