The last words of a dying man are supposed to be the most significant. Yet we study Jesus' final words because He uttered them on the cross. The cross-the death of Christ-is the heart of the gospel. It is the climax of the gospel story. It is imperative then to understand the final words of Jesus according to the thought of the gospel writer. We must take into account authorial intent. Otherwise, we will miss the message. This exposition tackles the literary and theological context of the final seven sayings of Jesus, with suggestions for practical application. It is gospel-centric, calling on the reader to come to the cross in faith and repentance. This book is a must-read for both Christ-follower and seeker