King of the Jews
ReRead: John 19:19-22
Tuesday 3/31/15 Day 36
Ponder: Pilate identifies Jesus with a sign nailed to the cross. Written in Hebrew, Latin, and Greek the sign reads, “The King of the Jews.” The chief priests of the Jews wanted it changed to “This man said, I am King of the Jews.” These leaders see Jesus as claiming to be someone he is not. Pilate refused to change the sign. In a week’s time Jesus was celebrated by the crowds as the arriving King, hated by the religious leaders who had authority, betrayed by friends, denied by his followers, and suffered death. God is the Interruptor this time. God sent his Son to announce the Kingdom. God’s Kingdom is for those who celebrate Him, as well as for those who reject Him. God loves His creation and offers His Son to be Lord of all. Is Jesus your Lord?