Question: A family friend asked: If there are no shortcuts in the Path of Salvation, why did Jesus tell the criminal who was crucified with him: “Today you shall be with me in Paradise?”
God’s answer:
Meaning: 'Today' should not be taken literally. ‘Today’ means ‘on this day. To paraphrase: This is the day of Salvation when you are saved.
Then God reiterated:
There are no shortcuts
Question: What did the story and your words mean?
God’s answer:
Question: Please confirm your answer.
God’s answer:
Meaning: Jesus was moved to mercy by the man.