This is Namma for Christ with the eightieth inspirational message dated Wednesday, March 23rd, 2016. The title of this message is: "Good, Good Father - John 3:16 - Jesus' Last 7 Words". This message is based on the below scripture text from the sixteenth verse of the third chapter of John as found in the New Testament:
John 3:16
King James Version (KJV)
16 For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
This was first written by me on March 24th, 2013 - I want to share this message "again" with you:
Please enjoy the song and video (with lyrics) at the the end of the message entitled, "Good, Good Father" - by Chris Tomlin - sung with passion and
I wanted to
share with all of you the below message, "The Last 7 Words of Jesus"
(written by Mary Fairchild for About.com Christianity). I found this article to
be inspirational and written in a manner that is easy to read and understand. I
pray that it may be a blessing to you as it was to me.
Please remember that JESUS IS OUR BREAD OF HEAVEN, OUR SAVIOR, OUR REDEEMER, OUR INTERCESSOR, OUR KING OF KINGS given to us by our "GOOD, GOOD FATHER" IN HEAVEN and never forget that John 3:16 reminds us of God's great love for
us in giving us His One and Only Begotten Son, that "WHOEVER
BELIEVES IN HIM SHALL NOT PERISH BUT HAVE EVERLASTING LIFE!"
7 Last Words of Jesus
What Were the Seven Final Phrases of Jesus on the Cross and What
Did They Mean?
Jesus Christ made seven final statements during
His last hours on the cross. These phrases are held dear by followers of
Christ because they offer a glimpse into the depth of His suffering to
accomplish redemption. Recorded in the Gospels between the time of His crucifixion and His death, they reveal His divinity as
well as His humanity. As much as possible, given the approximate sequence of
events as portrayed in the Gospels, these seven last words of Jesus are
presented here in chronological order.
1) Jesus Speaks to the Father
Luke 23:34
Jesus said,
"Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are
doing." (NIV) In the midst of His excruciating suffering, the
heart of Jesus was focused on others rather than Himself. Here we see the
nature of His love—unconditional and divine.
2) Jesus Speaks to the Criminal on the Cross
Luke 23:43
"I tell you the
truth, today you will be with Me in paradise." (NIV) One of the criminals who was crucified
with Christ, had recognized who Jesus was and expressed faith in Him as Savior.
Here we see grace poured out through faith, as Jesus assured the dying man of
his forgiveness and eternal salvation.
3) Jesus Speaks to Mary and John
John 19:26-27
When Jesus saw His
mother there, and the disciple whom He loved standing nearby, He said to His
mother, "Dear woman, here is your son," and to the disciple,
"Here is your mother." (NIV) Jesus, looking down from the cross, was
still filled with the concerns of a son for the earthly needs of His mother.
None of His brothers were there to care for her, so He gave this task to
the Apostle John. Here we clearly see Christ's humanity.
4) Jesus Cries Out to the Father
Matthew 27:46 (also Mark 15:34)
And about the ninth hour
Jesus cried out with a loud voice, saying, “Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani?” that
is, “My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?” (NKJV) In the darkest hours of His suffering,
Jesus cried out the opening words of Psalm 22. And although much has been
suggested regarding the meaning of this phrase, it was quite apparent the agony
Christ felt as He expressed separation from God. Here we see the Father turning
way from the Son as Jesus bore the full weight of our sin.
5) Jesus is Thirsty
John 19:28
Jesus knew that
everything was now finished, and to fulfill the Scriptures He said, "I am
thirsty." (NLT) Jesus refused the initial drink of
vinegar, gall and myrrh (Matthew 27:34 and Mark 15:23) offered to
alleviate His suffering. But here, several hours later, we see Jesus fulfilling
the messianic prophecy found in Psalm 69:21.
6) It is Finished
John 19:30
... He said, "It is
finished!" (NLT) Jesus knew He was suffering the
crucifixion for a purpose. Earlier He had said in John 10:18 of His life,
"No one takes it from Me, but I lay it down of My own accord. I have
authority to lay it down and authority to take it up again. This command I
received from My Father." (NIV) These three words were packed with meaning,
for what was finished here was not only Christ's earthly life, not only His
suffering and dying, not only the payment for sin and the redemption of the world—but the very reason and
purpose He came to earth was finished. His final act of obedience was complete.
The Scriptures had been fulfilled.
7) Jesus' Last Words
Luke 23:46
Jesus called out with a
loud voice, "Father, into Your hands I commit My spirit." When He had
said this, He breathed His last. (NIV) Here Jesus closes with the words of Psalm
31:5, speaking to the Father. We see His complete trust in the Father. Jesus
entered death in the same way He lived each day.
Please enjoy the song and video (with lyrics) below entitled, "Good, Good Father" - by Chris Tomlin - sung with passion and
(I do not own the rights to this song.)
BE BLESSED!
