Matthew 27:15-17 “whom do you want me to release…”
Pilates knew Jesus was not interested in his position or in his palace. Jesus had a mandate from God to love even his enemies; and Pilates a desired to please the religious institution of that time. When they choose Barabbas they choose violence over the love of Jesus. If you were to choose, who will you choose? And remember, at the end of the day it is your choice.
Dear God, I choose love, peace and eternal joy. I do not want violence! Amen
Mateo 27: 15-17 “a quién quieres que suelte …”
Pilato sabía que a Jesús no le interesaba su posición ni su palacio. Jesús tenía el mandato de Dios de amar incluso a sus enemigos; y Pilato deseaba complacer a la institución religiosa de ese momento. Cuando eligen Barrabás eligen la violencia por sobre el amor de Jesús. Si tuvieras que elegir, ¿a quién elegirías? Y recuerda que al final del día es tu elección.