08 - “Surrendered at the Cross” (Seeing Jesus)

Jesus hangs on a Roman Cross between two criminals. At his feet is his mother, Mary. Luke offers us a dialog between the two men executed with the Lord, one conversation in particular with Jesus. The fourth Gospel also includes a poignant moment with Jesus’ mother. Why these details? How might they help us see Jesus’ sacrifice anew? The Lord clearly taught that there is no greater love than to lay down one's life for another. The Gospel writers want us to see the textures of God’s love in these encounters, so how might they enrich our knowledge of the savior and his atoning work on our behalf?

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