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![“One of the remarkable things about Luke’s history of the two criminals crucified with Jesus is that both of them asked for salvation. Have you ever noticed this? “One of the criminals who hung there hurled insults at [Jesus]: ‘Aren’t you the Christ? Save yourself and us!’” This man met Jesus…” quote by James Montgomery Boice](https://sms4smile.com/q/i/122/james-montgomery-boice-19227_face-to-face_one-of-the-remarkable-things-about-luke_3001964.jpg)
““One of the remarkable things about Luke’s history of the two criminals crucified with Jesus is that both of them asked for salvation. Have you ever noticed this? “One of the criminals who hung there hurled insults at [Jesus]: ‘Aren’t you the Christ? Save yourself and us!’” This man met Jesus Christ face to face at the cross; he asked for salvation, and he did not receive it! That fact should terrify us. It is possible to meet Jesus at the cross and fail to receive salvation!””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Even at the moment of death, a criminal rejected salvation, illustrating that proximity to divine truth does not guarantee acceptance.
In simple terms: People can be near Jesus but still refuse salvation.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the urgency of personal faith decisions.
Themes
salvation
faith
urgency
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
spiritual
theological
When to use this quote
- preaching
- personal evangelism
- spiritual counseling
- deathbed reflections
Key Concepts
theology
human choice
Questions to Reflect On
- What prevents people from accepting help when it’s offered?
- How can we convey urgency without fear?
A Different Perspective
Human stubbornness can block divine offers despite clear evidence.