Lies

3-29-2014           Matthew 28:11-15

S.            11 Now when they were going, behold, some of the watch came into the city, and shewed unto the chief priests all the things that were done. 12 And when they were assembled with the elders, and had taken counsel, they gave large money unto the soldiers, 13 Saying, Say ye, His disciples came by night, and stole him away while we slept. 14 And if this come to the governor's ears, we will persuade him, and secure you. 15 So they took the money, and did as they were taught: and this saying is commonly reported among the Jews until this day.

O.           Soldiers are bribed to convey another lie about Jesus. The false witnesses and Judas also betrayed the Lord with lies, for money. The entire trial and crucifixion were illegal and corrupt efforts of the Jewish leadership to maintain their power over the people of Israel.

A.           I must never let money become my motivator. I will trust in the Lord and walk by faith. I must make truth the cornerstone of my interactions.

P.            Father; help me uncover the lies that are told about Jesus and replace them with truth, not as I see the truth, but your absolute truth. Teach me your ways and help me to walk in them, in the likeness of Jesus, my savior. Amen.