Evangelist Oswald Chambers says, “The greatest note of triumph ever sounded in the ears of a startled universe was that sounded on the Cross of Christ—’It is finished!’” Art historians consider this painting of the crucifixion one of the most influential Netherlandish paintings. It continues to be copied and updated two centuries after its completion. […]
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March
30
” I Am Thirsty”
posted by laurieetta
“After this, Jesus, knowing that all things were now accomplished, that the Scripture might be fulfilled, said, ‘I thirst.’” –John 19:28 As we approach Holy Week, we know where Jesus’ triumphant march into Jerusalem led him—to the cross. At one point during his crucifixion, he says, “I am thirsty.” Such a human experience—we all know […]
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