What Jesus Did! 'Am I Some Dangerous Revolutionary?' — Mark 14:48

Saturday, November 9, 2024

Jesus asked [the armed crowd], "Am I some dangerous revolutionary, that you come with swords and clubs to arrest me?"
— Mark 14:48 NLT

Key Thought

Jesus' questions — in this verse and those that follow — help underscore the crucial travesty of the whole story of Jesus' Passion (arrest, trials, and crucifixion): Jesus didn't deserve what happened to him. He is holy, righteous, compassionate, and loving. Why should he be treated so unfairly? Why would the religious and political leaders treat him so unjustly? So in the middle of the unfairness that you may well someday face, remember that the Lord knows your feelings and cares about your struggle. He has been in your position — abandoned by friends, betrayed by those close to him, and treated unjustly and unfairly. You can go to him for his help and know you will be understood and heard.

Today's Prayer

O Lord God, thank you for knowing and caring about the unfairness of our world and promising to one day bring true and lasting justice to this world. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.

Related Scripture Readings

  • Isaiah 61:11
  • 2 Corinthians 5:21
  • Proverbs 2:6-9

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About This Devotional

What Jesus Did! is a series of one-year devotional guides through each gospel, using one short scripture passage each day and following the Gospel in sequential order. Each devotional consists of a scripture passage and a reflection and a prayer which open up the day's scripture and show how it challenges you to live for Jesus.

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