The one on trial is the only innocent party.
And Matthew demonstrates that everyone else in the crucifixion account has his blood on their hands.
But his death is their hope of forgiveness.
The celebration of the resurrection power which marked our worship last Sunday continues tomorrow at mgpc.
Now Open Wide The Gates For Me (Psalm 118) and Sola are our songs of preparation, Yours Is The Glory begins our worship.
Our prayer of thanksgiving and confession will center on the everlasting life which we share because of Jesus’ resurrection and express our sorrow for seeking life in that which deteriorates and drains.
Jesus, Your Blood And Righteousness will be our testimony, accompanied by The Apostles’ Creed and Now To Him Who Loved Us.
God will speak to us from Jeremiah chapter 20, in which we will see the faithfulness of the prophet manifest amongst persecution by those who will not hear Gods’ Word.
This reading also reflects on Jesus’ continuing faithfulness as He faithfully obeys the Father’s will, even to crucifixion, which will lead us into singing You’re The Word Of God The Father (Across The Lands).
After reading Matthew 27:15-26, having considered Barabbas on Good Friday, the sermon will focus on Pilate and his part in Jesus’ condemnation.
Condemning a man who he knows is innocent, Pilate attempts to absolve himself of blame. There are no shortage of others willing to accept culpability. Everyone is responsible for Jesus’ death.
What can remove that guilt?
Jesus’ death.
After our prayers of thanksgiving and for the needs of others, we’ll give our tithes and offerings, then conclude our worship with From Heaven You Came (The Servant King).
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