So when Jesus was being tried before Pilate for the second time… Pilate wanted nothing to do with killing Jesus. Pilate tried multiple ways to let Jesus live, but the mob insisted Jesus be crucified. Pilate eventually washes his hands in front of them and tells them, “I am innocent of this man’s blood. It is your responsibility!” – Matthew 27:24
What do they reply?
All the people answered, “Let his blood be on us and on our children!” – Matthew 27:25
Let his blood be on us…. and on our children.
Little did they know the meaning behind those words. It is through the shedding of Jesus’ blood… that we are forgiven. That we have the ability to go to heaven…. that we can even stand in the presence of a perfect and holy God and not be ashamed of who we are.
If it weren’t for this sacrifice… we’d have no hope.
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Great minds think alike.. I told that same story in the class. I also talked about the parable of the sheep and goats… closed minded? Sure… but scripture is clear. The gate to destruction is wide. Thanks for the comment bro.
Luke
(Oh… and in response to your blog here…)
His blood is on our hands as well. Strange to think that Jesus died willingly. Good insights my friend!
Luke