Seven Last Words: An Invitation to a Deeper Friendship with Jesus

Discover how Jesus's final words from the cross reveal a Savior who truly understands every form of human suffering.

In these seven intimate meditations — adapted from his acclaimed Good Friday reflections at St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York — Jesuit priest and New York Times bestselling author James Martin, SJ, walks readers through Christ's last sayings on the cross, showing how each one speaks directly to a struggle we all recognize: forgiveness, doubt, love, abandonment, pain, disappointment, and surrender. This is Christian spirituality and Bible study at its most accessible and personal — ideal for Lent, Holy Week, or any season of grief or searching.

This book is for:

• Christians preparing for Lent, Good Friday, or Easter who want a short, powerful devotional
• Anyone facing grief, doubt, illness, or disappointment and looking for spiritual comfort
• Small groups, parish study circles, and individuals drawn to Ignatian spirituality
• Fans of accessible, warm Catholic and Christian nonfiction

Readers who loved Martin's own Jesus: A Pilgrimage or Henri Nouwen's The Wounded Healer will find this same blend of scholarly depth and pastoral tenderness — in a shorter, meditative format perfect for Holy Week.

A moving, faith-deepening read for anyone who has ever felt confused, abandoned, or alone.