📅 January 25: Matthew 27: The Crucifixion of Jesus

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:date: January 25: Matthew 27: The Crucifixion of Jesus

A Reflection on Sacrifice and Redemption

:earth_africa: Introduction

Today, we delve into Matthew 27, a pivotal chapter in the New Testament, chronicling the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. This chapter confronts us with the intense moments leading to the crucifixion, the act itself, and its profound implications.

:latin_cross: Matthew 27: The Path to the Cross

Matthew 27 presents a harrowing narrative, starting with Jesus’ trial before Pilate, His crucifixion, death, and burial. This chapter is central to Christian faith, embodying the ultimate sacrifice for humanity’s redemption.

:scroll: Key Verse: “When he had tasted it, he refused to drink it. After they had nailed him to the cross…” — Matthew 27:34-35

:sparkles: Key Themes and Reflections:

Injustice and Betrayal: The chapter portrays the stark injustice and betrayal Jesus faced, highlighting His innocence amidst false accusations.

Sacrifice and Redemption: The crucifixion symbolizes the ultimate sacrifice for the sins of humanity, offering redemption and hope.

Strength in Suffering: Jesus’ endurance through suffering and His steadfast faith exemplify strength in adversity.

:bulb: Today’s Application:

Reflect on the significance of Jesus’ sacrifice. Contemplate the depth of love and commitment it represents and how it impacts our understanding of forgiveness and redemption.

:mag: Hidden Gem:

Did you know? The events in Matthew 27 fulfill several Old Testament prophecies, showcasing the coherence and continuity of biblical revelation.

:thought_balloon: Reflective Q&A:

:latin_cross: Matthew 27: The Crucifixion

:question: The Meaning of Sacrifice: What does Jesus’ crucifixion teach us about sacrifice and its role in our spiritual lives?

A: Jesus’ crucifixion exemplifies the profound nature of sacrifice – giving oneself for the greater good, and in His case, for the salvation of all. It teaches us about selflessness, love, and the power of sacrifice in bringing about transformation.

:question: Endurance in Suffering: How can Jesus’ endurance through suffering inspire us in our own struggles?

A: Jesus’ endurance in the face of extreme suffering and injustice serves as a powerful example of faith and resilience. It encourages us to persevere in our trials, trusting in God’s purpose and presence even in our darkest hours.

:speech_balloon: Join the Discussion:

How does Matthew 27 affect your understanding of Jesus’ mission and its significance in Christian faith? Share your insights and reflections on this pivotal chapter.

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Matthew 27
This chapter again reveals the inhumane way in which the Son of God was treated by those he came to save. Why should this be? In order to complete the work of Yahweh against the power of sin. In Nazareth Revisited, p. 300 (Logos edition), Bro. Roberts says: “In the wisdom of God, the ceremonial condemnation of sin in the person of a sinless possessor of the nature under its power, was a necessity in the opening of a way for the pardon and return of sinners to life everlasting. It was a necessary declaration of God’s righteousness that God might be just, while justifying the sinner who might believe in this arrangement of God’s mercy (Rom. 3:25-26). In this condemnation of sin in the flesh, the sinning nature to be representatively nailed up to death in the eyes of all the world, in one who, without sin himself, was a partaker of the nature that had come under death by its power (Rom. 8:3; Heb. 2:14). Had he been a sinner, he would have been as other sinners, and resurrection could not have come by him: for sin would have held him in death as all others. But Yahshua was without sin (Heb. 2:17; 4:15). • In Mat. 27:1-2 Yahshua was bound; similarly Samson also was bound in his death (Jud. 15:13-14), for “The Spirit of Yahweh came mightily upon him.” But the Master knew his hour had come, and responded with “not my will, but Thine be done.” In vv. 3-10 the remorse of Judas and the action he took in taking his own life indicates his desperation; he sought for the companionship of the Lord when he was popular, but was prepared to betray him when Judas thought it was to his advantage. • The awful, unjust and illegal trial of the Lord Yahshua continued. The third Jewish trial is recorded, the final of a group of three trials to which the righteous Son of God was subjected. [1] The trial is recorded in vv. 1-2, and then comes [2] Judas’ remorse and despair (vv. 3-10), as the foolish action of betrayal finally comes home to his conscience, and he fully realises that neither his Lord, nor the Sanhedrin desire his companionship. The prophecy of Jeremiah is thus fulfilled concerning the slave price of thirty pieces of silver. The doom of Judas is sealed, and he took his own life. He went out from the upper room, when it was dark (Jn. 13:30), and he never again saw the light of day. The Lord Yahshua went out in the night, but he was to be later resurrected to a greater day than ever before. • But now the Gentile power is involved in the trials of the Lord. As there were three Jewish trials, so there are three Gentile trials. This is significant, depicting the six millennial years of man’s rebellion against the divine rule. [3] The first Gentile trial is in vv. 11-14. The other gospel records provide further details of the Gentile trials. When asked in v. 11 if he was ‘King of the Jews,’ the Master gave the same answer he gave to Judas in ch. 26:25. • Not satisfied in getting the conviction to crucify him the Jews made our Lord carry his own stake, by which he identified with the “lifting up.” When he was nailed to the tree, they put over his head, in Greek, the language of culture; Latin, the language of law; and Hebrew, the language of religion (Lk. 23:38), which represented the whole world which, in a figure, crucified him. “This is Yahshua of Nazareth, the King of the Jews.” He is the King for which we look today. [4] Yahshua is condemned, and Barabbas is released (vv. 15-18). The people’s choice is made, and they select the murderer instead of the redeemer! • Meanwhile Pilate’s wife sends an urgent message to her husband to avoid any involvement with the [5] Judgment of the prophet of Nazareth (v. 19). The result is [6] The demand of the mob for the Lord’s execution (vv. 20-23), and the voices that recently declared “Hosanna to the son of David” now shouted “Crucify him”! [7] Pilate gave his decision (vv. 24-26), and the Gentile power was joined with the Jewish authorities in their rejection of Yahweh’s Anointed. [8] Yahshua was mocked and scourged (vv. 27-30). • Then came [9] The sad walk to Golgotha (vv. 31-33), and [10] The crucifixion (vv. 34-38); revealing the terrible wickedness of the people as [11] They mock their Redeemer (vv. 39-43), and by [12] The two thieves (v. 44). • Finally comes the answer of the Lord’s Prayer in the garden of Golgotha that the cup of suffering which he commenced to drink in the Upper Room the previous night, might be quickly removed. The Father answered His Son, as He always did, and took away the cup of suffering when the sacrifice had been offered, and the voice was heard from the stake: “It is finished.” [13] Darkness fell for three hours hiding the Son from the jeering mob (v. 45), then [14] His prayer on the stake (vv. 46-49), [15] His death (v. 50), [16] The shuddering of nature (vv. 51-56), [17] The burial (vv. 57-61), and [18] The secured tomb (vv. 62-66). • So closes a chapter of sadness, and yet a record of great victory, as by this sacrifice, the Lord was able to “put away sin.” (Heb. 9:26). In v. 46 appears a quotation from Psa. 22:1. Some have voiced the suggestion that ‘God actually forsook His Son’ at this time, but this is not so. Compare the words spoken before to Joshua in ch. 1:5, “I will be with thee: I will not fail thee nor forsake thee;” words taken up in Heb. 13:5-6. Yahweh withdrew His mighty spirit-power from His Son, so that the Lord Yahshua might complete the saving work for which he was sent: to be the sacrificial offering for the redemption of himself and his people. So, “we may boldly say, Yahweh is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me” (mentioned three times in Psa. 56:4; 118:6; Heb. 13:6). — Logos.