How did He respond? The same as He did in life. Consider
the seven last words from the cross:
1.
Forgiveness - Luke 23:34: Father, forgive them, for they do not know what
they are doing.
2.
Mercy - Luke 23:43: Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in
paradise.
3.
Love - John 19:26–27: Woman, behold your son. Son, behold your
mother.
4.
Grace - Matthew 27:46 & Mark 15:34 My God, My God, why have you
forsaken me?
5.
Caring - John 19:28: I thirst.
6.
Redemption - John 19:30: It is finished. (From the Greek
"Tetelestai" which is also translated "It is accomplished",
or "It is complete".)-Salvation (way to God) is Finished.
7.
Hope - Luke 23:46: Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit.
How we respond to adversity is a test of our faith.
Yes, that Friday was a hard day for Jesus, and we understand adversity…But God works for good in all things (even in adversity) May we allow Him to do likewise in our
lives. Amen?
