Friday, April 3, 2026 · Good Friday
Luke 23:46
Bible verse for Friday, April 3, 2026.
Luke 23:46
“Jesus, crying with a loud voice, said, "Father, into your hands I commit my spirit!" Having said this, he breathed his last.”
— Bible (KJV) · Read Luke in context
The scene behind the verse
Golgotha, Jerusalem, Israel. ~3 PM Friday. Jesus hangs on the cross, speaking his final words before death...
Original language
paratithemi (παρατίθημι) — to deposit for safekeeping, like placing valuables in a trusted bank
Historical context
These words from Psalm 31:5 were commonly prayed by Jewish children at bedtime
What most readers miss
Jesus shouted this with a LOUD voice — most crucifixion victims whispered their last words
Common misconception
People think Jesus was defeated or giving up. Actually, He was victoriously completing His mission, quoting a psalm of confident trust, not despair.
How this verse has been applied
Before sleep tonight, pray Jesus' bedtime prayer: 'Father, into your hands I commit my spirit.'
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