THE FACTS DEMAND A RETRIAL
the retrial of Jesus
The more I prepare my heart for Easter 2018 the more the facts demand a retrial!
- An innocent man falsely accused
“He was oppressed and afflicted, yet he did not open his mouth; he was led like a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before her shearers is silent, so he did not open his mouth.” Isaiah 53:7
- A guilty man graciously excused
“He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed.” 1 Peter 2:24
- A strong man shamefully abused
“There were many who were appalled at him—his appearance was so disfigured beyond that of any man and his form marred beyond human likeness.” Isaiah 52:14
“He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, and familiar with suffering. Like one from whom men hide their faces he was despised, and we esteemed him not.” Isaiah 53:3
What’s Your Verdict?
“What shall I do, then, with Jesus who is called Christ?” Matthew 27:22
- Liar?
- Lunatic?
- Legend?
- Lord?
Jesus said, “If you do not believe that I am the one I claim to be, you will indeed die in your sins.” John 8:24