Read: John 19:38-42
Reading the verses of this devotional would be a useful review as we study today’s scripture. As we read the accounts of the crucifixion and death of Jesus, we realize there are some similarities with the events which took place at the time of His birth.
At Birth: We know that baby Jesus was born in a humble stable, with His parents present Mary and Joseph. In Death: The body of Jesus was given to Joseph of Arimathea by Pilate in secret, accompanied by Nicodemus, a friend and follower of Christ. They took care of his body after death.
At Birth: Magi brought gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh to baby Jesus. In Death: Nicodemus came with a large quantity of expensive aromatics. Myrrh and aloe were used to embalm the body of our Lord, as was the Jewish custom.
At Birth: Jesus was wrapped in swaddling clothes and laid in a manger. In Death: his body was put in strips of linen and placed to rest in a new tomb in the garden nearby since it was the day of preparation.
These similarities (and others not mentioned in this devotional) reveal that the birth, life, and death of Jesus had been prophesied long before he was born. This short dynamic scripture reading talks about some interesting details surrounding the moments after Jesus’ death. We have read and heard about the crucifixion story many times. However, these verses illustrate how compassionately Jesus was treated in his darkest moments. We are shown how his body was treated with dignity and respect.
What does all this mean for us now, as we celebrate the crucifixion, death and burial of our Lord then his resurrection?!!! We are eternally thankful that he gave his life for us!!! None of these events could have taken place without the birth of our Savior Jesus the Christ!!
King of Kings and Lord of Lords
Dear God as we approach Resurrection Day, we thank you for the opportunity to read this captivating story in your word. May we continue to study and discover more inspiring truths within its covers. In the name of Jesus we pray. Amen
Joan Doyle
Reading the verses of this devotional would be a useful review as we study today’s scripture. As we read the accounts of the crucifixion and death of Jesus, we realize there are some similarities with the events which took place at the time of His birth.
At Birth: We know that baby Jesus was born in a humble stable, with His parents present Mary and Joseph. In Death: The body of Jesus was given to Joseph of Arimathea by Pilate in secret, accompanied by Nicodemus, a friend and follower of Christ. They took care of his body after death.
At Birth: Magi brought gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh to baby Jesus. In Death: Nicodemus came with a large quantity of expensive aromatics. Myrrh and aloe were used to embalm the body of our Lord, as was the Jewish custom.
At Birth: Jesus was wrapped in swaddling clothes and laid in a manger. In Death: his body was put in strips of linen and placed to rest in a new tomb in the garden nearby since it was the day of preparation.
These similarities (and others not mentioned in this devotional) reveal that the birth, life, and death of Jesus had been prophesied long before he was born. This short dynamic scripture reading talks about some interesting details surrounding the moments after Jesus’ death. We have read and heard about the crucifixion story many times. However, these verses illustrate how compassionately Jesus was treated in his darkest moments. We are shown how his body was treated with dignity and respect.
What does all this mean for us now, as we celebrate the crucifixion, death and burial of our Lord then his resurrection?!!! We are eternally thankful that he gave his life for us!!! None of these events could have taken place without the birth of our Savior Jesus the Christ!!
King of Kings and Lord of Lords
Dear God as we approach Resurrection Day, we thank you for the opportunity to read this captivating story in your word. May we continue to study and discover more inspiring truths within its covers. In the name of Jesus we pray. Amen
Joan Doyle
