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When we listen to the last words of a loved one, we listen with our hearts, don’t we?
The same is true with Jesus. His Seven last words on the Cross are not just lines of pain — they are windows of love.
Each word opens a glimpse into His heart — a heart that forgives, loves, suffers, and still hopes.
So, let’s take this moment to be still. Let’s listen not just with our ears, but with our hearts.
Because these words are not just from long ago…
They are words for you and me, here and now — words of hope, mercy, and love that never end.
Let’s dive right in — and hear what the Last Words of Jesus on the Cross are still whispering to our hearts today.
The Seven Last Words of Jesus on the cross are more than just His final statements — they are His final gifts of love.
Each word opens a window into His heart: a heart that forgives, trusts, and loves till the end.
And yes, each word also fulfills the promises of Scripture — showing that even in suffering, God’s plan was unfolding perfectly.
Through these words, Jesus gave us lessons that still guide each of us today — lessons of mercy, prayer Lessons, faith, compassion, and surrender.
When we pause to reflect on them, we begin to see our own lives differently.
When we carry our own pain with faith, we are walking in His footsteps.
We realize that our crosses, too, can become places of grace — where love wins, where hope rises, and where God is always near.
The Seven Last Words of Jesus on the Cross are a collection of seven short phrases gathered from the four Gospels — Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.
These sacred sayings have long been at the heart of Christian meditation, especially during Lent, Holy Week, and Good Friday.
Each phrase opens a window into the love and mercy of Jesus in His final moments.
The traditional order of the sayings is:
Luke 23:34: ''Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.''
Sometimes people hurt us — with words, with actions, or even with silence. And what’s our usual reaction?
We get angry. We close our hearts. We build walls.
But look at Jesus. Nailed to the Cross, in pain and humiliation, He didn’t curse. He didn’t seek revenge. He prayed: “Father, forgive them.”
Forgiveness doesn’t mean saying what happened was okay.
It means refusing to let bitterness live rent-free in your heart. It means handing the hurt over to God, and letting Him do the healing.
Because when we forgive, we are set free — not them, us.
Reminder: Let go of what’s heavy. Forgive, and let God heal your heart.
Take a moment now. Pause and breathe. Is there someone you need to forgive today?
Luke 23:43: ''Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise.''
What a beautiful scene this is — two men hanging beside Jesus.
One mocked Him, the other whispered a humble prayer: “Lord, remember me when You come into Your kingdom.”
And Jesus, in His last moments, didn’t turn away.
He didn’t say, “It’s too late.” He said, “Today, you will be with Me in paradise.”
That’s mercy — pure and personal.
Even at the edge of death, Jesus was still saving souls.
No one is ever too lost, too broken, or too late for His love.
So if you feel unworthy or far away from God, remember this thief.
One honest prayer changed everything. And Jesus is still whispering the same promise to you: “With Me.”
Reminder: God never gives up on you — so don’t give up on yourself.
Hold this close today: Heaven’s greatest joy is not a place… It’s being with Him.
John 19:26–27: ''Woman, behold your son. Son, behold your mother!''
Even in His deepest pain, Jesus was thinking of others.
He looked at His mother. He looked at His beloved disciple. And with a tender heart, He gave them to each other —a new family born at the foot of the Cross.
That’s how thoughtful Jesus is.
He didn’t want His mother to be alone. And He didn’t want us to be alone either.
So He gave us Mary — our gentle, loving Mother.
When life feels heavy, go to her.
She understands the pain of waiting, of losing, of letting go. She stood beneath the Cross with tears in her eyes… and faith in her heart.
Reminder: When you feel alone, remember — Mama Mary is always near.
Matthew 27:46 & Mark 15:34 ''My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?''
There are moments when even the strongest hearts feel empty.
When the prayers seem unanswered. When heaven feels silent.
Even Jesus — the Son of God — felt that silence on the Cross.
He cried out in pain, “My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?”
Yes, Jesus knows what it’s like to feel abandoned.
But here’s the grace: even in that darkness, He still called out to “My God.”
He didn’t stop believing. He didn’t walk away. He kept holding on — trusting that love would have the final word.
That’s what faith looks like.
Not always sunshine and songs, but sometimes tears and trembling hands that still cling to God.
Reminder: When God feels far away, whisper this — “I still trust You.”
And if you feel lonely today, put your hand on your heart and softly say, “Lord, You are always with me… even here.”
John 19:28: ''I thirst.''
We all know what thirst feels like — that dry, aching need for something to fill us.
But when Jesus said, “I thirst,” it wasn’t just water He longed for.
It was love. It was you and me.
Even on the Cross, His heart was reaching out — longing for our hearts to return to Him.
He thirsts for our trust, our time, our little moments of prayer. Not our perfection, just our presence.
Sometimes, we are so busy trying to “do” for God, that we forget He simply wants us to be with Him.
So maybe today, pause for a while. Let silence be your gift. Let your love quench His thirst.
Reminder: Quench His thirst — spend a quiet moment with Him today.
Take a slow breath now… and tell Jesus where your soul feels dry. He is listening.
John 19:30: ''It is finished''. (From the Greek "Tetelestai" which is also translated "It is accomplished", or "It is complete".)-It is Finished.
Those words weren’t a sigh of surrender. They were a shout of victory.
Jesus had done what He came to do — to love till the very end.
No anger, no regret… only love.
“It is finished” means the work of saving us is complete.
It means that love has won. And maybe that’s the same lesson for us.
At the end of each day, it’s not about how much we’ve done, but how much we’ve loved.
Did we forgive? Did we care? Did we give our best, even in small things?
If yes, then like Jesus, we can whisper too: “It is finished.” And rest with peace in our hearts.
Reminder: Finish your day with love. That’s the best success there is.
Luke 23:46: ''Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit.''
This is the final surrender.
After the pain, the fear, the darkness… Jesus rests everything in the Father’s hands.
No more struggle. No more control. Just trust.
Maybe that’s what our hearts need too.
At the end of a long day, after all the worries and what-ifs, we can choose to rest — not because we solved everything, but because God holds everything.
When we let go, God can hold us. When we surrender, peace can finally enter.
Reminder: At the end of each day, whisper — “Father, I surrender all to You.”
The Seven Last Words of Jesus remind us that love triumphed on the Cross.
And sometimes, we all need a gentle reminder of that love — something our eyes can see and our hearts can feel every day.
That’s what the Christian Easter canvas wall art collection from Christ Follower Life is all about.
Each canvas shares the hope of Christ’s resurrection — with Bible verses, uplifting words, and beautiful designs that bring faith to life in your home.
When you see it in the morning, may it lift your spirit. When you pass by it in the evening, may it remind you again:
Jesus finished the work. You are forgiven. You are loved.
Let your walls tell the story of Easter — not just once a year, but every single day.
Here are some artworks we’ve lovingly created to help you keep that reminder close:
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Let’s end this reflection with a short prayer, asking Jesus to help us live out the Sayings of Jesus on the Cross in our daily lives.
Lord Jesus,
Thank You for the words You spoke from the Cross — words of love that still speak to our hearts today.
Teach us to forgive as You forgave. Remind us that salvation is Your gift of grace. Help us to care, to love, and to stay faithful.
Be close, Lord, when we feel lost or alone. Quench our thirst with Your living water. Calm our hearts with the peace of Your finished work.
And teach us, day by day,to place everything — our fears, our dreams, our lives —into the Father’s hands.
Amen.
The Seven Last Words of Jesus on the Cross are not just ancient sayings.
They are living words — words that reach us where we are.
Each one carries hope: for our regrets, our families, our doubts, our pain, our guilt, and our fears.
As you carry these words into your week, may you walk a little lighter, breathe a little deeper, and rest more peacefully — in the love of Christ who gave His all for you, and who still holds you close today.
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Fikile Nzuza
November 19, 2023
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