Then Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, because they do not know what they are doing.” —Luke 23:34

DISCUSSION GUIDE
Examining the Text:
- Read through the passage in two different translations.
- As you heard the Scripture, what stood out to you?
- Are there any questions that you have about the text?
- Are there other portions of Scripture this passage brings to mind?
Sermon Review and Application:
- How do you think about the cross?
- In hardship, how do you remain rooted in God?
- What did you learn from Jesus’ prayer for forgiveness?
- How does it impact you to know God desires to forgive you of the unintended consequences of your sin?
- Share your thoughts about this quote from Richard Rohr, “Jesus did not come to change the mind of God about humanity. It did not need changing. Jesus came to change the mind of humanity about God! God is not someone to be afraid of but is the Ground of Being and on our side.”

For further study:
Scripture: Psalm 103:8; 2 Peter 3:9; Ephesians 4:32
Resources: “The Seven Last Words” by Fulton Sheen

To prepare for next week:
Meditate upon Luke 23:43