What does Matthew 27:40 mean?

Matthew 27:40 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Matthew 27:40 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

And saying, Thou that destroyest the temple, and buildest it in three days, save thyself. If thou be the Son of God, come down from the cross.

38Then were there two thieves crucified with him, one on the right hand, and another on the left.

39And they that passed by reviled him, wagging their heads,

40And saying, Thou that destroyest the temple, and buildest it in three days, save thyself. If thou be the Son of God, come down from the cross.

41Likewise also the chief priests mocking him, with the scribes and elders, said,

42He saved others; himself he cannot save. If he be the King of Israel, let him now come down from the cross, and we will believe him.

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