Son of God!
The army officer that was standing there before the cross saw
what happened when Jesus died. The officer said, "This man
really was the Son of God!"
-- Mark 15:39 (ERV)
KEY THOUGHT:
While crucifixion was designed to humiliate and torture people, God
used this cross to have power that defies explanation. There is
something in the message of Jesus' going to this cross that reaches out
and grabs the hearts of those seeking God. They see in this sacrifice
the love of God who wants to redeem all people. They see the Almighty
God's love powerfully demonstrated in the world they know and see as
unfair, sometimes brutal, and oftentimes humiliating. God placed his
message of love where all people could see it and be touched by it.
Nothing shows this power more than an officer in the Roman army --
someone very likely acquainted with death and especially the brutal
death of crucifixion -- who saw God's presence in this moment. His
confession should be our confession anytime we read the story of Jesus'
crucifixion: "Truly, this was [and is] the Son of God!"
TODAY'S PRAYER:
Yes, dear Father, I believe that this Jesus who hung on the cross for
my sin is your Son! In his name, and to your glory, I thank you. Amen.
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