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Sayings from the cross

The seven sayings from the cross:

Sayings
References
Qualities of Christ
Lessons (Psalms references)
Before darkness:



1. "Father, forgive them"
Luke 23:34
Mercy
Our need of forgiveness (Psa 32:1)
2. "...in paradise"
Luke 23:43
Hope
Certainty of hope (Psa 16:8-11)
3. "Woman, behold son... behold mother"
John 19:26,27
Love
Providing for needy (Psa 22:9,10)
During darkness:



4. "My God... forsaken me"
Mat 27:46; Mar 15:34
Dedication
Benefit of Christ's sacrifice (Psa 22:1)
After darkness:



5. "I thirst"
John 19:28
Sufferings
Desire for truth (Psa 22:14,15)
6. "It is finished"
John 19:30
Victory
Confidence in future (Psa 22:31)
7. "Father, into your hands..."
Luke 23:46
Faith
Divine acceptance (Psa 31:5)
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