39 One of the criminals hanging beside him scoffed, “So you’re the Messiah, are you? Prove it by saving yourself—and us, too, while you’re at it!”

40 But the other criminal protested, “Don’t you fear God even when you have been sentenced to die? 41 We deserve to die for our crimes, but this man hasn’t done anything wrong.”

42 Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your Kingdom.”

43 And Jesus replied, “I assure you, today you will be with me in paradise.”

 Reflection:

• In the midst of the pain and suffering Jesus experienced, He offered overwhelming grace and mercy to the thief on the cross - this too is a powerful moment. 

• As you listen to the song put yourself into the story. How would it feel if you were the thief on the cross next to Jesus and he sang to you the words of this song?

Song Lyrics:

{Verse 1]

Come weary and tired worn out from life
Step out of the shadows and walk into light
Come sinner or saint slave man or free
Bring blessings and offerings then you shall see
Bring blessings and offerings then you shall see

[Chorus]
There is a peace to settle your soul
There is a peace that is calling you home

[Verse 2]
You've been tempted and shaken tested and failed
You've been so far from Jesus and too close to hell
Your vision's been clouded by this world's delight
But I tell you you're not of this world so stand up and fight
You’re not of this world so stand up and fight

[Chorus]
There is a peace to settle your soul
There is a peace that is calling you home

There is a peace to settle your soul
There is a peace that is calling you home
It's calling you home
It's calling you home
Calling you home