2nd Saying From the Cross.
“Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.”
Luke 23:43
Thought Of The Day...
What boldness!
Picture it: a convicted felon, admitting that he is being justly punished, asking in his dying moments to be remembered by God’s Son! A violent robber, nailed to a cross, gasping for air, asking for some kind of reward!
Something about Jesus made an impact on this condemned man. We sometimes hear of “death-bed conversions,” but this was a “cross conversion”! Maybe the man feared meeting God unprepared. After all, the question he put to the criminal on the other side of Jesus was “Don’t you fear God?” Or maybe he was struck by Jesus’ plea asking God to forgive.
Whatever brought the change within his heart, the former robber turned to Jesus and said, “Remember me when you come into your kingdom.”
He didn’t say, “You owe me.” He didn’t say, “I deserve …” Instead he pleaded for mercy: “Remember me.”
And Jesus responded with a mind-boggling promise: “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.”
God’s grace is free to save sinners who offer nothing but their need for mercy. That’s all the criminal had to offer. But that’s all he needed to offer.
That’s all we need to offer as well.
Prayer...
Heavenly Father, today we come to you with humble hearts, as we reflect on the words spoken by your Son, Jesus, on the cross. In Luke 23:43, we are reminded of your great mercy and love for us, as you promised the thief hanging beside Jesus the gift of eternal life. We ask that you remember us, your children, and grant us this same gift of everlasting life.
We know that we are unworthy and have fallen short of your glory, but we trust in your grace and forgiveness. Help us to turn away from our sins and follow in the footsteps of Jesus, who gave his life for us. May we live in a way that is pleasing to you and brings glory to your name.
Lord, as we await your promised return to make all things new, we ask for your guidance and strength. May our faith in you never waver, and may we always seek your will in our lives. Thank you for your unending love and mercy, and for the hope of eternity in your presence.
We pray all these things in the precious name of Jesus. Amen.
“Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.”
Luke 23:43
Thought Of The Day...
What boldness!
Picture it: a convicted felon, admitting that he is being justly punished, asking in his dying moments to be remembered by God’s Son! A violent robber, nailed to a cross, gasping for air, asking for some kind of reward!
Something about Jesus made an impact on this condemned man. We sometimes hear of “death-bed conversions,” but this was a “cross conversion”! Maybe the man feared meeting God unprepared. After all, the question he put to the criminal on the other side of Jesus was “Don’t you fear God?” Or maybe he was struck by Jesus’ plea asking God to forgive.
Whatever brought the change within his heart, the former robber turned to Jesus and said, “Remember me when you come into your kingdom.”
He didn’t say, “You owe me.” He didn’t say, “I deserve …” Instead he pleaded for mercy: “Remember me.”
And Jesus responded with a mind-boggling promise: “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.”
God’s grace is free to save sinners who offer nothing but their need for mercy. That’s all the criminal had to offer. But that’s all he needed to offer.
That’s all we need to offer as well.
Prayer...
Heavenly Father, today we come to you with humble hearts, as we reflect on the words spoken by your Son, Jesus, on the cross. In Luke 23:43, we are reminded of your great mercy and love for us, as you promised the thief hanging beside Jesus the gift of eternal life. We ask that you remember us, your children, and grant us this same gift of everlasting life.
We know that we are unworthy and have fallen short of your glory, but we trust in your grace and forgiveness. Help us to turn away from our sins and follow in the footsteps of Jesus, who gave his life for us. May we live in a way that is pleasing to you and brings glory to your name.
Lord, as we await your promised return to make all things new, we ask for your guidance and strength. May our faith in you never waver, and may we always seek your will in our lives. Thank you for your unending love and mercy, and for the hope of eternity in your presence.
We pray all these things in the precious name of Jesus. Amen.
2nd Saying From the Cross.
“Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.”
Luke 23:43
Thought Of The Day...
What boldness!
Picture it: a convicted felon, admitting that he is being justly punished, asking in his dying moments to be remembered by God’s Son! A violent robber, nailed to a cross, gasping for air, asking for some kind of reward!
Something about Jesus made an impact on this condemned man. We sometimes hear of “death-bed conversions,” but this was a “cross conversion”! Maybe the man feared meeting God unprepared. After all, the question he put to the criminal on the other side of Jesus was “Don’t you fear God?” Or maybe he was struck by Jesus’ plea asking God to forgive.
Whatever brought the change within his heart, the former robber turned to Jesus and said, “Remember me when you come into your kingdom.”
He didn’t say, “You owe me.” He didn’t say, “I deserve …” Instead he pleaded for mercy: “Remember me.”
And Jesus responded with a mind-boggling promise: “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.”
God’s grace is free to save sinners who offer nothing but their need for mercy. That’s all the criminal had to offer. But that’s all he needed to offer.
That’s all we need to offer as well.
Prayer...
Heavenly Father, today we come to you with humble hearts, as we reflect on the words spoken by your Son, Jesus, on the cross. In Luke 23:43, we are reminded of your great mercy and love for us, as you promised the thief hanging beside Jesus the gift of eternal life. We ask that you remember us, your children, and grant us this same gift of everlasting life.
We know that we are unworthy and have fallen short of your glory, but we trust in your grace and forgiveness. Help us to turn away from our sins and follow in the footsteps of Jesus, who gave his life for us. May we live in a way that is pleasing to you and brings glory to your name.
Lord, as we await your promised return to make all things new, we ask for your guidance and strength. May our faith in you never waver, and may we always seek your will in our lives. Thank you for your unending love and mercy, and for the hope of eternity in your presence.
We pray all these things in the precious name of Jesus. Amen.
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