Pilate: Part II
We know that truth is a powerful word, a powerful absolute that can be known in everyday life and as discussed last week in the person of Jesus. Now that we have this truth though, what is done with it is just as important as knowing it. Pilate knew the truth, that is, that Jesus was innocent and simply being brought to the so-called trial because of a frightened Jewish political group. However, Pilate did not do what a judge today would do when confronted with the facts; rather, he caved to the pressures of the mob and masses and gave them Jesus on the cross. So, the question I pose is this, what will you do with the truth you are given? Or in other words, whom do you serve? Selfishness and Authority As we know from the passion narratives, Pilate shirked his responsibility as a ruler and sentenced an innocent man, the Messiah no less, to death. Obviously there was something wrong with Pilate, for he had all...