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One of the most fascinating occurrences in the life of Jesus was a prophecy given by Caiaphas, the high priest. The setting was a meeting of the Sanhedrin to decide what to do with the problem of the crowds that were following Jesus. They were sure that if things continued as they were, the Romans would think that there was a rebellion brewing and would take away what liberties and self-government Israel had. The response of Caiaphas is recorded in the Gospel of John 11:49-52:
“Then one of them, named Caiaphas, who was high priest that year, spoke up, “You know nothing at all! You do not realize that it is better for you that one man die for the people than that the whole nation perish.”
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A few months ago my daughter, Bethany, and I were consoling ourselves after we received some distressing news. We weren’t talking much, just doing a lot of sighing. Things just seemed so bleak and hopeless.
Just then, I remembered the verse from Psalm two. That’s the one where God sees the junk going on here and starts laughing. I pictured God on his throne, far above the ugly circumstances, just busting his gut. I could see him, with a better point of view than we had, rolling on the streets of gold—just before springing into action and straightening some things out.
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We do not necessarily agree with all views expressed here, but we do value thoughtful expression.
By Sarah Navares
We need to get this right. Sometimes I feel as though we apply all these Christian principles to our lives, causing us to see fruit but we forget fellowship with God!
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