Jen over at Conversion Diary isn't hosting a 7 Quick Takes in observance of Good Friday, so no quick takes today. Instead, I thought I'd offer the 7 last words (thus 7LW) of Jesus for contemplation on this holy day.
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1) Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do.
Luke 23:342) Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise.
Luke 23:433) Woman, behold your son. Behold your mother.
John 19:26-274) My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?
Matthew 27:465) I am thirsty.
John 19:286) It is... finished.
John 19:307) Father, into your hands I commit my spirit.
Luke 23:46![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGUPW9ahv8xkz8KsOr6iJshMfS5oVNWWVqChHuuqk_Dv2vA9PIlqCr2D9squThh0E11xVyMEFXx-S64MdcHLsCZbXRyu-PD3YgiMQDQrW5Oh_BQicuI0YhqNG-d0PVf8OQ5QkUZg0PXU9D/s200/blogger-image-71387026.jpg)
If I am more on top of my game next year, perhaps I'll do a little reading and contemplating and have some reflections for you as well. This year, here are some links to resources to guide you in your contemplation on the 7 Last Words:
Loyola Press Interactive MeditationThe Seven Last Words of Christ: Reflections for Holy Week by Rev. Dr. Mark D. Roberts
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