2605. When the hour had come for him to fulfill the Father’s plan of love, Jesus allows a glimpse of the boundless depth of his filial prayer, not only before he freely delivered himself up (“Abba . . . not my will, but yours.”),53 but even in his last words on the Cross, where prayer and the gift of self are but one: “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do”,54 “Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in Paradise”,55 “Woman, behold your son” – “Behold your mother”,56 “I thirst.”;57 “My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?”58 “It is finished”;59 “Father, into your hands I commit my spirit!”60 until the “loud cry” as he expires, giving up his spirit.61
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
337. What is the plan of God regarding man and woman?
533. What is the greatest human desire?
94. What is the meaning of the expression “conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit…”?
330. What is the effect of the ordination to the diaconate?
190. How does the laity participate in the prophetic office?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
How to Avoid the Temptation of Lust and Adultery (Proverbs 5:3-6)
How is God’s justice manifested in the midst of suffering, according to Job 34:10-12?
The Quest for Divine Justice: Tobias’ Example Against Israel’s Oppressors
How does the conquest of Canaan in the book of Joshua demonstrate God’s faithfulness?
What is the meaning of the “True Vine” metaphor in John 15:1-8?
What is the story of Uzziah and how was he punished for disobeying God?
