SEVEN LAST WORDS OF CHRIST by Judith Mattison ($9)*

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Seven times Jesus spoke from the cross, and each of those seven last words still speaks to us today:

"Father, forgive them."
"Today you will be with me in Paradise."
"Woman, behold your son." "Behold your mother.
"My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?"
"I am thirsty."
"It is finished."
"Father, into your hands I commend my spirit."

Judith Mattison reminds us that the death of Christ is the clearest expression of God's redeeming love for us. The cross, once a sign of defeat and shame, has become a sign of victory over sin and death. The author's meditations on each of Jesus' seven last words are accompanied by hymns and poetry that enlarge the possible meanings of each word, and by questions for reflection or discussion.

Filled with messages of grace and love, this book is ideal for devotional reading and group study, or for use as a preaching resource.

Judith Mattison is a pastor at University Lutheran Church of Hope in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She previously served in other settings as director of social ministry, editor, and teacher. She is the author of many books, including DELIGHT IN THE GIFT and DIVORCE--THE PAIN & THE HEALING.

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