What does Matthew 27:43 mean?

Matthew 27:43 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Matthew 27:43 today?

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

He trusted in God; let him deliver him now, if he will have him: for he said, I am the Son of God.

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.

43He trusted in God; let him deliver him now, if he will have him: for he said, I am the Son of God.

44The thieves also, which were crucified with him, cast the same in his teeth.

45Now from the sixth hour there was darkness over all the land unto the ninth hour.

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