The Real Judge

By David Bragg         In a classic “unexpected” reaction, a family visiting the Hecht Museum in Haifa, Israel were mortified when their 4-year-old son touched a jar to see what was inside. The jar, “a 3,500-year-old ancient artifact,” crashed to the floor in pieces. The parents, expecting the worst, were reassured by museum official, Inbal Rivin’s simple reply, “Things like this happen” (CNN, 8/28/2024). Expecting harsh repercussions, they were instead extended mercy.     Matthew 27 is filled with would-be judges. Some were motivated by envy (the Jewish the chief priests and elders; 18). One by fear (Pontius Pilate; 24). Another by a disturbing dream (19). But only One was in complete control of the events playing out that awful day (11).     Another day will most certainly come when those same Jewish leaders, Pilate, his wife, along with you and I, will stand before the Real Judge. That day He will judge in truth and justice. Oh, how many will be shocked on that occasion when God, through that “just Man” who was so unfairly judged, extends His grace and mercy to His church as we are ushered into eternal life.

- David Bragg is co-editor of BulletinGold. He may be contacted through his blog: http://davidbragg.blogspot.com/