Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble position of a slave and was born as a human being. When he appeared in human form,
he humbled himself in obedience to God and died a criminal’s death on a cross.
Philippians 2:7,8
Taste and see that the Lord is good. Oh, the joys of those who take refuge in him!
Psalm 34:8
Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your Kingdom.”
And Jesus replied, “I assure you, today you will be with me in paradise.”
Luke 23:42-43
Christ, even as we see you hang upon the cross, we pray a humble, earnest plea. May we savor the taste of your forgiveness and the sweetness of your love in this life and in the life yet to come. Amen.
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