Jesus is crucified.
Jesus claimed to be the Messiah- the very Son of God. If this is so, then why would he be humiliated like this…stripped naked, ridiculed, tortured, and executed publicly in the worst possible way?
Jesus was not a victim. Rather, he was on a mission. His attention was set on enduring the cross and he would not be sidetracked.
People at the foot of the cross were such a mixed bag- hiding disciples/friends, angry accusers, reluctant bystanders, brutal soldiers, a brokenhearted mother, and secret believers. All needed their sin debt paid regardless if the recognized it or not.
Never forget the cross and all that went with it. Never.
Jesus’ sacrifice is the pinnacle of God’s love for mankind. I don’t think most people recognize the significance of the cross as being “good news”.
Father, help me to always cherish the message of the cross.
