Politics, the shrewd art of tact and prudence, is Pilate's way of operating.
And mine too, if I am honest...
How many years have I sought to influence the actions of others for win-win results?
How many words have I used to maneuver myself into looking good?
How often have I sought to reap benefits while pleasing others at the same time?
Each time being left more empty than before, asking...
What is truth?
Although Jesus remained silent when Pilate asked these three words, Jesus answered Pilate by standing in front of him. The answer is Him. And He answers us the same way.
He stands in front of us.
Exhibit One.
Exhibit Only.
He offers not words to explain truth. He offers Person.
Today is the awkward celebration of His offering.
Yes, to humanity and the Jews and the Gentiles and to Pilate.
And to you.
And to me.
So, let us "celebrate" by allowing Him space to stand in front of us this day. To hang in front of us. To be buried in front of us. And then, we might have a new and bigger space to let Him you-know-what on Sunday.
Ecco Homo - "Here is the Man"
Antonio Ciseri, 19th Century
John 18:28-19:16
O Lord God our Father... Do not allow any of us to remain apathetic or indifferent to the wondrous glory of Easter, but let the light of our risen Lord reach every corner of our dull hearts. KARL BARTH
