Advent 20

Some things are almost too painful to think about. To see our Savior mocked and murdered is one such thing. And yet, through the scriptures, we should visit Calvary from time to time. We must never forget Jesus died so that we might live, and live more abundantly.

“They stripped him, and put on him a scarlet robe.

“And when they had platted a crown of thorns, they put it upon his head, and a reed in his right hand: and they bowed the knee before him, and mocked him, saying, Hail, King of the Jews!

“And they spit upon him, and took the reed, and smote him on the head.” (Matthew 27:28-30)

“And when they were come to the place, which is called, Calvary, there they crucified him. . .

“Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots.” (Luke 23:33-34)

“And they that passed by railed on him, wagging their heads, and saying, “Ah, thou that destroyest the temple, and buildest it in three days,

“Save thyself, and come down from the cross.

“Likewise also the chief priests mocking said among themselves with the scribes, He saved others; himself he cannot save.

“Let Christ the King of Israel descend now from the cross, that we may see and believe.” (Mark 15:29-32)

Read the accounts of the crucifixion in the four Gospels, and then write your feelings in your journal.

“There is a Green Hill Far Away”