In Jesus’ trial, we see unity in evil (Luke 23:12). Politically, Pilate
and Herod were at odds with each other. Spiritually, they were united in
their opposition to Christ. Jesus was found guilty by neither Pilate
nor Herod (Luke 23:13-16). They were Very Important People. Jesus was a
threat to them. They held positions of great power. They could not allow
Jesus to ‘upset the apple cart’. Three times, Pilate declared Jesus’
innocence (Luke 23:4, 14, 22). ‘Public opinion’said, ‘Crucify Him!’(Luke
23:21). Pilate had a problem. He would be ‘crucifying’ himself -
politically - if he ignored public opinion. Pilate made his choice.
Jesus had to go. Jesus went - but He came back again! There is real
human drama here, but there is much more than that: There is God!
Crucified by men, Raised by God (Acts 2:23-24): This is divine drama,
the drama of redemption!
God's Word is "a lamp to our feet and a light to our path." He has "wondrous things" to teach us as we pray "Open my eyes that I may see" (Psalm 119:105, 18, 11). "May God's blessing surround you each day, as you trust Him and walk in His way. May His presence within guard and keep you from sin, go in peace, go in joy, go in love." "Not unto us, O Lord, not unto us, but to Your Name give glory, because of Your mercy and Your truth" (Psalm 115:1).
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