Sayings from the cross
The seven sayings from the cross:
| Sayings | References | Qualities of Christ | Lessons (Psalms references) |
| Before darkness: | |||
| 1. “Father, forgive them” | Luke 23:34 | Mercy | Our need of forgiveness (Psa 32:1) |
| 2. “…in paradise” | Luke 23:43 | Hope | Certainty of hope (Psa 16:8-11) |
| 3. “Woman, behold son… behold mother” | John 19:26,27 | Love | Providing for needy (Psa 22:9,10) |
| During darkness: | |||
| 4. “My God… forsaken me” | Mat 27:46; Mar 15:34 | Dedication | Benefit of Christ’s sacrifice (Psa 22:1) |
| After darkness: | |||
| 5. “I thirst” | John 19:28 | Sufferings | Desire for truth (Psa 22:14,15) |
| 6. “It is finished” | John 19:30 | Victory | Confidence in future (Psa 22:31) |
| 7. “Father, into your hands…” | Luke 23:46 | Faith | Divine acceptance (Psa 31:5) |