I. A prayer of intercession (Luke 23:34)

A. The purpose: forgiveness
B. Prophesied (Isaiah 53:12)
C. Perpetual intercession (Romans 8:34)

II. A prayer of lamentation (Matthew 27:46)

A. The pain of separation from God (Psalm 22:1; Hebrews 2:9; Romans 3:25; Isaiah 53:6)
B. “Why?” is not a question expressing doubt or unbelief, but faith seeking understanding

III. A prayer of submission (Luke 23:46)

A. A willing surrender (Psalm 31:5)
B. Jesus gave His life; it was not taken from Him (John 10:17-18; 19:10-11; Matthew 26:53)
C. An act of love (John 3:16), grace (Hebrews 2:9), and mercy (Hebrews 8:12)