Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/7-last-words-of-christ-from-the-crosss Provides expositions of each of Jesus' seven last words, with emphasis on word meanings, and how a word fits with Jesus' passion. Copyright 2009, Ralph F. Wilson. All rights reserved. 5e681801-9ddb-5053-a31c-02171fe8cf19 yes 842de880-f65c-11ef-8f25-57669d554ddc en Sun, 29 Mar 2026 06:51:32 -0700 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 06:52:30 -0700 https://www.jesuswalk.com/7-last-words/ https://img.transistorcdn.com/UYH8VnEri6u-mzZolDoBYCJbbU2pR_wMAM1FawkqCQs/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wOTVk/NDU2ZTQ1ZjMwYjg3/N2RmNTU5ZTRjY2Yw/NTI0MS5qcGc.jpg https://www.jesuswalk.com/7-last-words/ serial JesusWalk Bible Study Series Provides expositions of each of Jesus' seven last words, with emphasis on word meanings, and how a word fits with Jesus' passion. Provides expositions of each of Jesus' seven last words, with emphasis on word meanings, and how a word fits with Jesus' passion.. seven last words, last words, cross, crucifixion, Jesus, passion, Golgotha Dr. Ralph F. Wilson pastor@joyfulheart.com No No 1 1 Introduction to Jesus' 7 Last Words full 943044d5-53f1-4ae8-974e-aa7c361f3edf https://share.transistor.fm/s/c9c89b80 Overall look at the importance of Jesus' 7 last words to understand the meaning of his death and resurrection.

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]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 12:06:10 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 230 Overall look at the importance of Jesus' 7 last words to understand the meaning of his death and resurrection.

]]> seven last words, last words, cross, crucifixion, Jesus, passion, Golgotha No 2 2 1. Father, forgive them, they know not what they do. (Luke 23:34) full 327c3746-f3d3-42e1-a367-0904c2b0b32f https://share.transistor.fm/s/1ad1379f Considers Jesus' unselfish and compassionate prayer to his Father from the cross to forgive. Those who have put him on the cross needing forgiveness include soldiers, Pilate, chief priests and scribes, Pharisees and Sadducees, and each of us for our sins. Reviews what it means to forgive.

]]> Considers Jesus' unselfish and compassionate prayer to his Father from the cross to forgive. Those who have put him on the cross needing forgiveness include soldiers, Pilate, chief priests and scribes, Pharisees and Sadducees, and each of us for our sins. Reviews what it means to forgive.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 12:07:34 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 896 Considers Jesus' unselfish and compassionate prayer to his Father from the cross to forgive. Those who have put him on the cross needing forgiveness include soldiers, Pilate, chief priests and scribes, Pharisees and Sadducees, and each of us for our sins. Reviews what it means to forgive.

]]> seven last words, last words, cross, crucifixion, Jesus, passion, Golgotha No 3 3 2. This Day You Will Be with Me in Paradise (Luke 23:43) full ef627e3b-edb4-4111-b083-a818b2a9bf40 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8b66a736 Notes that Jesus was "numbered with the transgressors" (Isaiah 53:12). Observes the differing faith of the two thieves on earth side of his cross -- one curses him, the other prays to him in faith, astounding faith that sees past the cross of execution to Jesus coming into glory in the Father's kingdom. Considers whether this thief is saved and other deathbed conversions.

]]> Notes that Jesus was "numbered with the transgressors" (Isaiah 53:12). Observes the differing faith of the two thieves on earth side of his cross -- one curses him, the other prays to him in faith, astounding faith that sees past the cross of execution to Jesus coming into glory in the Father's kingdom. Considers whether this thief is saved and other deathbed conversions.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 13:19:22 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 1042 Notes that Jesus was "numbered with the transgressors" (Isaiah 53:12). Observes the differing faith of the two thieves on earth side of his cross -- one curses him, the other prays to him in faith, astounding faith that sees past the cross of execution to Jesus coming into glory in the Father's kingdom. Considers whether this thief is saved and other deathbed conversions.

]]> seven last words, last words, cross, crucifixion, Jesus, passion, Golgotha No 4 4 3. Woman, Behold Your Son (John 19:26-27) full b0e3fe0b-5495-48e7-a084-088746e6b574 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f73071d5 Identifies Jesus' mother Mary at the foot of the cross along with other women. Gives his mother's care into the responsibility of "the disciple whom he loved," presumably the Apostle John. Explores love of and responsibility for family, even when he is dying.

]]> Identifies Jesus' mother Mary at the foot of the cross along with other women. Gives his mother's care into the responsibility of "the disciple whom he loved," presumably the Apostle John. Explores love of and responsibility for family, even when he is dying.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 13:20:08 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 712 Identifies Jesus' mother Mary at the foot of the cross along with other women. Gives his mother's care into the responsibility of "the disciple whom he loved," presumably the Apostle John. Explores love of and responsibility for family, even when he is dying.

]]> seven last words, last words, cross, crucifixion, Jesus, passion, Golgotha No 5 5 4. My God, My God, Why Have You Forsaken Me? (Mark 15:34) full ca288935-29b1-4042-a7ea-3aa548df089e https://share.transistor.fm/s/fb783618 Reviews meaning of "darkness over the land" as a symbol of moral darkness, fulfillment of prophecy, a portent, the Father's anger, and the Father's judgment on sins. Considers Jesus words, the first words of Psalm 22 as a sign that as Jesus is bearing our sins on the cross, he feels separated from the Father.

]]> Reviews meaning of "darkness over the land" as a symbol of moral darkness, fulfillment of prophecy, a portent, the Father's anger, and the Father's judgment on sins. Considers Jesus words, the first words of Psalm 22 as a sign that as Jesus is bearing our sins on the cross, he feels separated from the Father.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 13:20:46 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 1028 Reviews meaning of "darkness over the land" as a symbol of moral darkness, fulfillment of prophecy, a portent, the Father's anger, and the Father's judgment on sins. Considers Jesus words, the first words of Psalm 22 as a sign that as Jesus is bearing our sins on the cross, he feels separated from the Father.

]]> seven last words, last words, cross, crucifixion, Jesus, passion, Golgotha No 6 6 5. I Thirst (John 19:28) full fb75976e-706b-42b1-b8c2-829a5edd27ed https://share.transistor.fm/s/998630c8 Considers that this word fulfills Psalm 69:21, describes the offering of wine vinegar or posca offered with a sponge on the stalk of a hyssop. Explores Jesus' physical humanity, his awareness of Scripture, and his determination to complete his task.

]]> Considers that this word fulfills Psalm 69:21, describes the offering of wine vinegar or posca offered with a sponge on the stalk of a hyssop. Explores Jesus' physical humanity, his awareness of Scripture, and his determination to complete his task.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 13:21:22 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 720 Considers that this word fulfills Psalm 69:21, describes the offering of wine vinegar or posca offered with a sponge on the stalk of a hyssop. Explores Jesus' physical humanity, his awareness of Scripture, and his determination to complete his task.

]]> seven last words, last words, cross, crucifixion, Jesus, passion, Golgotha No 7 7 6. It Is Finished (John 19:30) full 8dfe4dc3-360d-4177-815a-b82be92f877d https://share.transistor.fm/s/5e1fa59f Explores what Jesus finishes on the cross -- taking away sin, providing his life as a ransom. This is "drinking the cup," being baptized with the baptism of suffering. Considers his words as a cry of victory and announcement of obedience fulfilled. Calls us to live lives of purpose, focus, obedience, and willingness to suffer to achieve God's purpose. 

]]> Explores what Jesus finishes on the cross -- taking away sin, providing his life as a ransom. This is "drinking the cup," being baptized with the baptism of suffering. Considers his words as a cry of victory and announcement of obedience fulfilled. Calls us to live lives of purpose, focus, obedience, and willingness to suffer to achieve God's purpose. 

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 13:21:57 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 696 Explores what Jesus finishes on the cross -- taking away sin, providing his life as a ransom. This is "drinking the cup," being baptized with the baptism of suffering. Considers his words as a cry of victory and announcement of obedience fulfilled. Calls us to live lives of purpose, focus, obedience, and willingness to suffer to achieve God's purpose. 

]]> seven last words, last words, cross, crucifixion, Jesus, passion, Golgotha No 8 8 7. Father, into Your Hands I Commit My Spirit (Luke 23:46) full cdf24a5d-78d1-4c6d-afac-6dd5d448cb07 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a064e73b Darkness falls, the temple curtain is torn signifying access to God's presence. Explores Jesus' seventh word as a word of intimacy, a word of trust, and a word of surrender.

]]> Darkness falls, the temple curtain is torn signifying access to God's presence. Explores Jesus' seventh word as a word of intimacy, a word of trust, and a word of surrender.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 13:22:40 -0800 Dr. Ralph F. Wilson Dr. Ralph F. Wilson 432 Darkness falls, the temple curtain is torn signifying access to God's presence. Explores Jesus' seventh word as a word of intimacy, a word of trust, and a word of surrender.

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