The Second Word: “Amen, I say to you, today you will be with me in Paradise.”

In this second meditation of our Lenten series on the Seven Last Words of Christ, Msgr. Martin Schlag reflects on Jesus’ promise to the Good Thief: “Amen, I say to you, today you will be with me in Paradise," which reveals the power and repentance and depth of God's mercy. 

Msgr. Schlag encourages us to examine our hearts this Lent, ask for the grace of sincere conversion, and place our trust in the saving love of Christ. 

PAUSE & REFLECT 

• What obstacles do I need to remove to more fully allow the work of the Holy Spirit to mold me into the image of Christ? 
• Do I approach my work with an optimistic Christian outlook? 
• As I look back on my unique journey with Our Lord, for what moments can I give thanks for when he has made his presence most known to me? 

LENT 2026 DEVOTIONAL 

Download our free PDF devotional, The Seven Last Words of Christ: Reflections & Prayers from St. Josemaria Escriva, available in our online shop. 

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