Bible Quote by Frederick Buechner
“Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom, the good thief said from his cross (Luke 23:42). There are perhaps no more human words in all of Scripture, no prayer we can pray so well.”
About This Quote
Source Bible: Luke 23:42 (New Testament)
The thief’s plea shows deep humanity and faith, offering a model for sincere prayer.
In simple terms: A humble prayer shows true humanity.
Key Takeaway
Embrace sincere, humble prayer.
Themes
faith
humility
humanity
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- spiritual reflection
- confession
- comfort
Key Concepts
prayer
redemption
compassion
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humility shape prayer?
- What does this teach about forgiveness?
A Different Perspective
Not all contexts accept this model.
