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Reading Luke 23:32-38 where Jesus is nailed to His cross, and from there He looked at those who were killing Him and prayed, "Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do." Visit wwutt.com for all our videos!

Luke 23:33-43When they came to the place that is called The Skull, they crucified Jesus there with the criminals, one on his right and one on his left. Then Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” And they cast lots to divide his clothing. And the people stood by watching, but the leaders scoffed at him, saying, “He saved others; let him save himself if he is the Messiah of God, his chosen one!” The soldiers also mocked him, coming up and offering him sour wine and saying, “If you are the King of the Jews, save yourself!” There was also an inscription over him, “This is the King of the Jews.”One of the criminals who were hanged there kept deriding him and saying, “Are you not the Messiah? Save yourself and us!” But the other rebuked him, saying, “Do you not fear God, since you are under the same sentence of condemnation? And we indeed have been condemned justly, for we are getting what we deserve for our deeds, but this man has done nothing wrong.” Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come in your kingdom.” He replied, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.” In fifth grade, my house was toilet papered. Waking up that morning, it looked like there had been a blizzard—but only at my house. And the worst part is it took a solid two hours to clean up. We got word the perpetrators were coming back, so my brother made a plan. We hid in the bushes with the hose, firecrackers, and an air horn at the ready. As soon as the first roll hit the tree, we unleashed it all. It was some of the sweetest revenge I'd ever tasted. But here's the thing—I wanted more. Now I am not proud to admit this, but for the next two years, I was a serial toilet-paperer. I went TP-ing with my friends every chance I got. I don't think to this day my parents know this. Finally, one fateful night a police officer stopped our fun and we dropped our rolls of toilet paper for good. He could have called our parents, ordered community service. But he just made us clean up the mess, giving us mercy we didn't deserve.If I asked you what the most deadly addiction is, you might say smoking, alcohol, fentanyl, or maybe Facebook. But no, it's none of that. This addiction is far more common and not a substance or drug at all. The deadliest addiction is revenge. That's the argument put forth by James Kimmel Jr., a professor at Yale. He says nearly every form of violence childhood bullying, domestic violence, police brutality, war—begins with someone convinced they're a victim seeking justice.And for the first time in human history, we have some scientific insight into how we can stop this deadly addiction. Revenge is that feeling, sometimes subtle, sometimes intense, to return the pain someone first gave you. Through scans and research, Kimmel and his team have found that a brain on revenge looks a lot like a brain addicted to drugs.Grievances of any kind—real or imagined, disrespect, betrayal, shame— they all light up the brain's pain center. Our brains don't like that and so it quickly starts reaching for pleasure.We could reach for anything after we've been wronged—a tub of ice cream, an intense workout, a few drinks—and those might help for a moment. But the uncomfortable truth is that we humans get the most satisfying pleasure from hurting the very person who hurt us. It's not our best trait.Neuroscientists have shown that when someone wrongs us and we even imagine retaliation, the brain's reward centers wake up. The parts tied to craving and habit-building fire just like they do when addicts feel stressed or see something associated with getting a fix. Revenge isn't just an idea; it's an addictive action. Yet, unlike other addictions, revenge is addiction turned outward. Instead of harming ourselves to get a fix, we harm someone else. And like any addiction, the thrill is short-lived, the pain returns leaving one feeling even worse, and the craving only grows.Perhaps you know how this feels. As a kid, it's the punch you throw when the roughhousing gets too rough. In marriage, it's the sentence you say that you know will cut deeper than any knife. As an adult, it's the desire to slash the tires of the buffoon who cut off everyone in the school pickup line. We all know that impulse. It's part of being human.And it certainly isn't limited to individuals. Right now, it feels like our whole nation is running on it. Childish name-calling, dangerous threats, the endless churn of angry rhetoric: vengeance seems to be the most animating force in public life. It shows up across the political spectrum, where the goal is clearly not about solving problems but more about scoring points or making “the other side” hurt. I see it too in the Christian Nationalist movement, which grows out of a perceived assault on Christianity, by which they mean a very narrow version of Christianity defined as white, straight, and evangelical. The response is to attack back through laws and power in public life. We've built a society—a kind of kingdom—where hurt is expected to be met with greater hurt, and the loudest voices insist the only way to win is to strike back harder.Christ the King Sunday, which began 100 years ago today, was created to celebrate a king and kingdom that operates in the opposite way. If there was ever someone innocent who endured great harm—someone who could have, maybe even should have, returned the pain—was it not Jesus Christ, the King of the Jews? The one crucified between criminals while the very people who once followed him stood by and watched? Surely he had every right to act with vengeance, to call down the wrath of God, to save himself from that cross and rule like every other king tries to do. That's exactly what the crowd urged him to do. Three times people said to Jesus, “Save yourself.” It's what we humans know best.But that's not the kind of King Jesus is. His first words from the cross were not a declaration of innocence or a plea for pity, but a favor from his Father: “Forgive them.” It's fascinating that Jesus speaks to God in this moment. He doesn't say I forgive you to the ones nailing, flogging, and scoffing at him. That wouldn't have made any sense. They didn't think they were doing anything wrong. In their minds, they were doing exactly what they should be doing: executing a sentence of execution for a man charged with treason.And here's the part that always stops me: Jesus isn't only speaking about the people at the foot of the cross. His words reach beyond that moment. It's as if Jesus is saying, Father, please forgive them—because I already have. And the “them,” the object of that forgiveness, is me and you. Jesus came preaching and presenting a different way to be in the world, an alternate kingdom to reign over our lives—one of mercy, kindness, forgiveness—and we killed him for it. And every time we long for revenge, every time we save ourselves, every time we reject mercy, we put him back on that cross, crucifying the voice that tells us there's another way. Yet just like he did then, he says to us again, “Father, forgive them; they don't know what they are doing.” God, in Jesus, meets our violence with grace; our anger with forgiveness; our revenge with reconciliation. Always and only.The way of Jesus and his kingdom is what neuroscience now tells us is the best way to stop the dangerous, deadly pull of revenge: forgiveness. Research shows that even picturing yourself forgiving someone triggers something powerful: the brain's pain center settles, the craving for revenge loosens, and the part of your mind that helps you think clearly and choose wisely lights back up.Forgiveness is not saying what happened was okay or pretending the wound never happened. It means letting God begin loosening revenge's grip on your mind but more importantly on your heart. In other words, forgiveness acts like a kind of wonder drug. It eases the hurt, dead-ends the desire to strike back, and breaks the hold pain has on you. And best of all, it's free, always available, and you can take another dose whenever needed. Try it this week. Call to mind one person who has hurt you and, in prayer, quietly just begin to imagine forgiving them. You don't have to tell them. You don't have to have it all figured out. Just imagine it, and let Christ the King meet you there.You can do this. We can do this. We don't have to keep hurting each other. You don't have to live with the pain someone else has inflicted on you. We can drop our rolls of toilet paper or whatever your retaliation is, once and for all, and stop the harm being done, big or small. There is a way out of this addiction and we didn't need scientific research to prove it. Christ the King has been showing us how all along, giving us a mercy we don't deserve. Amen.

This week we explore Luke 23:33-43 and the kingship of Christ – who looked like no king the world has ever seen.© Kate Heichler, 2025. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

‘Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do.  And they parted his raiment, and cast lots.'—Luke 23:34

The Third Last Sunday In The Church Year (The 25th Sunday After Trinity) 9-November-2025 Sermon Text: Job 14:1-6/The Fifth Petition Of The Lord's Prayer Sermon Theme: Father, Forgive Us Our Trespasses! I. The Debt We Owe! (Vs.1,2) II. The Sinners Only Hope! (Vs.3,4) III. Real Rest Through Release! (Vs.5,6) by Rev. Nathan J. Rusert

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Send us a textHow can we forgive others who have hurt us, or hurt someone we love? Can we really follow Jesus' example of forgiveness when He forgave those who tortured and crucified Him while He still hung on the cruel cross?  Is it possible for us to demonstrate that kind of true forgiveness in this mortal life?..This is exactly what Charlie Kirk's widow, Erika Kirk, did when she spoke at her husband's funeral. She forgave her husband's killer, "Because that Is what Christ did, and what Charlie would do".  This is indeed, exactly what Christ did, demonstrating a perfect example of what he taught us to do as well. It may not be easy, but we know that when we place our faith in Christ and draw upon His strength, we can do all things. When we let go of resentment and see everyone around us as our brothers and sisters, (who may be "hostages", rather than "accomplices") instead of as our enemies, we can experience peace that passes all understanding...Support the show

In a world filled with deception, we're reminded of Jesus' profound words on the cross: 'Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.' This message invites us to look beyond surface-level conflicts and recognize the spiritual battle raging behind the scenes. We're challenged to see that people aren't the real problem - it's the spiritual influences manipulating them. By understanding this, we can approach conflicts with compassion and forgiveness, just as Jesus did.

Dear Listeners,Please reference RLR 191 where we discuss:FATHER, FORGIVE THEM - JESUS BELIEVED IN FREEDOM OF CONSCIENCE - THE REAL MEANING OF PEACE - PHYSICAL BODY TRANSACTIONGod bless you for your valuable support. 

A new MP3 sermon from The Narrated Puritan is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Father, Forgive Them - The First Word From the Cross Subtitle: Christi's Words From the Cross Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: The Narrated Puritan Event: Audiobook Date: 8/26/2025 Length: 41 min.

Our blessed Redeemer persevered in prayer even when the cruel iron rent His tender nerves, and blow after blow of the hammer jarred His whole frame with anguish; and this perseverance may be accounted for by the fact that He was so in the habit of prayer that He could not cease from it; He had acquired a mighty velocity of intercession which forbade Him to pause. Those long nights upon the cold mountain side, those many days which had been spent in solitude, those perpetual ejaculations which He was accustomed to send up to Heaven, all these had formed in Him a habit so powerful that the severest torments could not stay its force. Yet it was more than habit.

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Luke 23 New King James Version:https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/search=Luke%2023%3A1-56&version=NKJV

Rev. Josh Bailey (Covenant PCA, Nitro WV)

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In “Father, Forgive Them,” Pastor Robert Madu powerfully reveals that forgiveness does not just flow to us, but it must flow through us.  By understanding what forgiveness is not, we are empowered to take the step of forgiveness by faith, and not based on our feelings.   Healing doesn't have to precede forgiveness; it follows it. Thank you for partnering with Social Dallas! To GIVE Online- head to our website: www.socialdallas.com/give Make sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! Also follow us on all Social Media: Instagram: www.instagram.com/social_dallas

Have you ever wondered what Jesus' final words meant? When He was crucified, Jesus uttered words unlike any other—words of forgiveness and love that transformed lives. In this episode, we dive into Jesus' powerful statement, "Father, forgive them," spoken while hanging on the cross. You'll learn why His prayer was directed not just to those who nailed Him to the cross, but also to each of us today. We'll uncover the depth of Jesus' compassion and what it means to forgive even those who hurt us the most. If you're seeking insight into grace, forgiveness, or the very heart of Jesus' mission, this episode is for you. Discover how these profound last words can impact your life today.

Have you ever wondered what Jesus' final words meant? When He was crucified, Jesus uttered words unlike any other—words of forgiveness and love that transformed lives. In this episode, we dive into Jesus' powerful statement, "Father, forgive them," spoken while hanging on the cross. You'll learn why His prayer was directed not just to those who nailed Him to the cross, but also to each of us today. We'll uncover the depth of Jesus' compassion and what it means to forgive even those who hurt us the most. If you're seeking insight into grace, forgiveness, or the very heart of Jesus' mission, this episode is for you. Discover how these profound last words can impact your life today.

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A new MP3 sermon from Ulverstone PCEA is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Father, Forgive Them Subtitle: Communion April 2025 Speaker: Zach Dotson Broadcaster: Ulverstone PCEA Event: Debate Date: 4/27/2025 Bible: Luke 23:34 Length: 51 min.

Jesus said, "Father, forgive them." while He was suffering on a cross, dying for the people who rejected and crucified Him. Good Friday is the day we gather to remember Jesus' death for us. We take time to confess our sins and nail them to the cross. Jesus paid for all our sin and gives us forgiveness. Thank you Jesus! If you are worshiping with our Online Campus, please grab a pen and some paper.

Luke 23:32-49 Rev. Dr. Marc Shefelton

Jesus Said; "Father forgive them for they know not what they have done," (KJV, St. Luke 23:34). This Easter, we present a re-make of several videos we mashed together to present our Easter production. It is quite powerful and inspirational as we re-did a reflection by Rev. Renaldo McKenzie and included performances with him at Easter to present a dynamic show that will help to facilitate worship and reflection. May we remember the #sacrificeandlove #Christ demonstrated that has defined the #characterofGod; humility, sacrifice and compassion for all—especially for the poor and vulnerable that #God became low to lift them up. Is that what true leadership is?As we reflect on Easter, I mashed together various short videos to provide this dynamic Easter podcast production. As we serve the world today to solve tomorrow's challenges, making popular what was the monopoly, it is important that we provide programming that is part of the solution. As such we understand that conditioning the human conscience with content that considers inspirational matters by celebrating our faith experience may help to rescues humanity and the wonton secularism that pervades. Not that we are against liberalism and secularism, but we believe that the marriage is important to keep us from destroying ourselves. The message of the cross is powerful and may help to heal a broken society devolving into decadence and social decay. May we remember the story of Jesus and his crucifixion.I provide several performances beginning with a group performance at Old First Reformed Church in Philadelphia, "The Reason We Sing."Then the Reflections by Rev. Renaldo McKenzie on Forgiveness reading from St. Luke 23:24 of the Christian Bible.We then wrap up with three performances:Donte and Renaldo using HER music,Renaldo and Ricardo on NYC train, How Great is Our God andRenaldo and Nate sing, Falling in Love with Jesus.Subscribe for free on any streaming service and donate to us at https://anchor.fm/theneoliberal.Visit us at renaldocmckenzie.com or theneoliberal.comThe Neoliberal Round by Renaldo McKenzie, from The Neoliberal Corporation, Serving the world today to solve tomorrow's challenges, by making popular wat was the monopoly.Email us: info@theneoliberal.com, submissions@theneoliberal.com, renaldocmckenzie @gmail.com  Call Us: 1-445-260-9198Donate to us: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=USSJLFU2HRVAQ

Luke 23 - Drew Blake, Student Pastor

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Rev. Nick Gwak, Luke 23:32-43

Jesus' plea to His Heavenly Father from the cross at Calvary for forgiveness for His enemies can inspire contrition in us! The transcription for this Podcast can be found at https://www.ourcatholicprayers.com/Father-forgive-them.html Public Domain Art Tag for the Thumbnail for this Podcast

On today's episode, Pastor Cameron continues discussing Jesus' first statement on the cross. We were all responsible for Jesus going to the cross, and His forgiveness of us empowers us to forgive others as well. 

The first statement of Jesus on the cross was His plea for His Father's forgiveness, for the very men who were nailing Him to the cross. Pastor Cameron calls us to ponder this extraordinary grace and mercy of Christ. 

Luke 23:26-38 What can you learn about a person from their last words? Father . . . To whom does He pray? . . . forgive them . . . What does He pray for? . . . for they know not what they do Why does He pray for it?

Sermon preached at Trinity Lutheran Church, Murdock, NE (13 April 2025.

In this replayed Good Friday special episode from March 24, 2021, we discuss Luke's telling of the crucifixion in chapter 23:32-49. We notice the haziness around the question of culpability for what has happened - what people or forces are responsible, and did they ever realize they had this power? We see a lot of compassion from Jesus even as he suffers. And we wonder whether the second criminal is really any more honorable than the first, or whether he's just more savvy. More importantly, we wonder whether that matters to Jesus.

Rev Gillian Walters Preaches on 3.9.2025

Join Fr Nick and Dr Roxanne as they discuss "Forgiveness" the first lesson that Jesus taught us from the Cross on Holy Friday. This is the first chapter of their book, available from Ancient Faith, 6 Hours, 7 Lessons: How Christ's Light Transcends Our Darkness.

In His final moments on the cross, Jesus spoke seven profound statements that reveal His heart, mission, and love for humanity. Each word carries deep significance, offering timeless truths that speak into our lives today.Join us as we journey through the final sayings of Jesus, reflecting on their impact and allowing His words to shape our faith, strengthen our hope, and renew our love for Him and others.

Looking down at the people who literally hung him on the cross, Jesus prays that God the Father will forgive them. This is an incredible act of "enemy love" - which is what Jesus preached. What does this mean for us? What questions do we need to answer in response to this incredible story of forgiveness?

23:34 Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots.

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