November 13

Matthew 27
Mark 15
The crucifixion was a gruesome affair.  And to make it worse, the leader of the people, Pilate, knew Jesus was an innocent man!  However, he bowed to the people and allowed the Lord to be beaten, mocked, and crucified.  I think we often forget that those calling for His execution were the religious people of that time.  These were supposed to be the people of God!  When those who are supposed to be the ambassadors for God act in such a manner, is it any wonder that those in the world find it difficult to believe in a loving God?  And, before we start casting stones at the Jews, consider the crusades, along with all the other wars that have been fought using the Lord as an excuse to kill and maim our fellow man.  It is extremely important that we help others to understand that those who do such things are not true representatives of the one, true God.