"The release of Barabbas and the execution of Jesus" (Matthew 27:20) -
In this, we catch a glimpse of the meaning of Christ's death. The
sinless Saviour dies for the guilty sinner. "He saved others, but he
can't save himself" (Matthew 27:42. The two are connected. He saves
others by sacrificing Himself. "My God, my God, why have You abandoned
Me?" (Matthew 27:46). This is Jesus, taking our place, bearing our sin.
"The curtain in the temple was split in two, from top to bottom"
(Matthew 27:51). Notice the direction. The barrier to our coming into
God's presence is removed from above. It is the work of God. It is His
doing. Glory to the Lord!
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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