The story summary and questions were written in a way that makes it possible to use a New Testament reference in place of the Urantia reference. A selected chapter from a 1932 book, titled Treasure-House of the Living Religions, supports a spiritual theme that is found within the story. Children will use a one page handout that includes a coloring picture.
Paper 187:5-6
The Urantia Book
Surely this was a righteous man
Students may read Paper 187:5.4-5 or all of sections 5-6
Around noon, on the day of the crucifixion, darkness filled the sky. Jesus breathed his last breath about three o’clock in the afternoon. The soldiers were there when he died as were a small group of women. When the end came, he cried out, “It is finished! Father, into your hands I commend my spirit.” Then, he bowed his head and died. When the centurion at the cross saw how Jesus died, he said, “Surely this was a righteous man.” He also said, “Truly this was the Son of God.”
Discussion Questions
What did Jesus mean when he said, “Father, into your hands I commend my spirit”? The crucifixion of Jesus was a life-changing experience for the centurion at the cross. Why do you think the centurion was impressed with Jesus?
The righteous shall shine forth as the sun
In the kingdom of their Father. (Christianity)
The word of the Lord is right;
And all His works are done in truth.
He loveth righteousness and judgment:
The earth is full of the goodness of the Lord. (Judaism)
