“Then they spit in His face and beat Him with their fists; and others slapped Him, and said, “Prophesy to us, You Christ; who is the one who hit You?” (Matthew 26:67)
People in this world mock God. They take the little power they have and pretend it is equal with the Lord. The Lord allows things in this age for His purpose. We may seem to get away with such mockery, but we will not. When the unrepentant continue sinning, it seers the soul and accelerates the broad way to destruction. The Lord, who knows all things, is long suffering, but the final day will come when all stand before this same One who took the mockery that day.
Lord, You have come to redeem those who would cease living in rebellion to follow You. This world mocks You and in following You, the faithful receive its mockery. Hatred fills this world and those who are opposed to You will strike out with hatred. Take us from the way of this world into Your hands of mercy and grace so that we may learn to love You as You first loved us.
Lord Jesus, Love Incarnate, You bore the stripes for my iniquities. Like a sheep before its sheerer, You did not fight back. Guide me in the way of everlasting life so that I am rid of the anger and hatred of this world. Let me not make demands of You, but humbly submit to Your authority and follow You now and always. You are the Lord of all and You have done all that is needed for our salvation. Lead me Lord. Amen
