John 19:38-42 – aSacredRebel

Holy Saturday

After this Joseph of Arimathea asked Pilate if he could take away the body of Jesus. Joseph was a disciple of Jesus, but a secret one because he feared the Jewish authorities. Pilate gave him permission, so he came and took the body away. Nicodemus, the one who at first had come to Jesus at night,Continue reading “Holy Saturday”

Passover Lamb

After these things, Joseph of Arimathea, who was a disciple of Jesus, though a secret one because of his fear of the Jews, asked Pilate to let him take away the body of Jesus. Pilate gave him permission; so he came and removed his body. Nicodemus, who had at first come to Jesus by night,Continue reading “Passover Lamb”

Good Friday – Where is the Hope?

I have always wondered why this day is good… I know all the theological reasons, how Christ had to die to atone for my sins, and all of that, but really, a man died on a tree and we call it good. Is it like Genesis where God created and calls it good? How canContinue reading “Good Friday – Where is the Hope?”