The King's Crown
When they had twisted a crown of thorns, they put it on His head,
and a reed in His right hand. And they bowed the knee before Him
and mocked Him, saying, “Hail, King of the Jews!”
Matthew 27:29
The horrific scene described in today’s reading serves to underline how this fallen world and the powers of darkness held nothing but contempt for Jesus, the Son of God and Saviour of the world. Yet Christ chose to suffer to redeem us: “For the joy set before Him, He endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God” (Hebrews 12:2).
The crown of thorns that Jesus was made to wear was part of a cruel game the Roman soldiers played before He was crucified. They also dressed Him in a royal robe and gave Him a staff as a king’s sceptre, which they then used to beat Him. They mocked Him, calling Him “king of the Jews” (Matthew 27:29), not realising that their actions would be remembered thousands of years later. This was no ordinary king. He was the King of Kings whose death, followed by His resurrection, gives us eternal life.
The Lord Jesus was born to die on the cross for our sins; That was His purpose for coming into this world (John 12:7). The crown of thorns has become a crown of life.
Bible Reading
Matthew 27:27–31.
Prayer
Lord Jesus Christ, my heart hurts to think of all the pain and suffering You endured for me. Thank You for Your gift of love that sets me free. Help me to tell others of You. Amen.
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