The Jewish authorities: “They spit in His face and struck Him. And some slapped Him, saying, ‘Prophesy to us, you Christ! Who is it that struck you?’” (Matt. 26:67-68)
The Roman soldiers: “They spit on Him and took the reed and struck Him on the head.” (Matt. 27:30)
Peter: “I do not know Him.” (Luke 22:57)
Me: “I do not know Him either.” (via my words and actions on numerous occasions)
Jesus, from the cross, about all of the people listed above: “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” (Luke 23:34)
Oh! What a gracious and wonderful Savior we have! Let us be more like Him! Let us be more thankful for Him!
