Barabbas

By Rhiannonw

Sat, 07 Apr 2012
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Would Barabbas be aware that
Jesus’ death meant he was freed?
The guilty free: so great a contrast,
– by death, the Guiltless met a need.

Freed from what? From Roman justice, –
for a second chance, but I
now acquitted by God’s justice:
in my place Christ chose to die.

Pilate and the crowd chose badly;
we can choose to compromise,
or neglect, – or give allegiance,
and enjoy his rich supplies.

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Comments

Submitted by jolono on
I liked this, great subject matter, and it flowed so well.

 

Submitted by Rhiannonw on
Thank you, glad you found it so! Rhiannon

 

Submitted by jeand on

Hi Rhiannon

I've always wondered what happened to Barabbas after Jesus' death. I read somewhere that his name was Jesus Barrabbas - but I doubt with any historical backup.

Jean

Jean Day

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

Yes, one wonders if he fully appreciated his release, and even found that greater release through Jesus' sacrifice.

Of course the name, 'Jesus' was the Greek form of 'Joshua' both of which mean 'Jehovah saves'. I don't think it was an uncommon name at the time, but of course was shown to be particularly apt for the Christ, which was why they were told to give the baby that name.
Rhiannon