I have a tendency to think that prophetic acts must come from the most holy of people during moments of deep spiritual worship. But the Bible is full of prophetic acts that come from the most wicked of people at the most terrible of times. Here is an example:
So when Pilate saw that he was gaining nothing, but rather a riot was beginning, he took water and washed his hands before the crowd, saying, “I am innocent of this man’s blood; see to it yourselves.” And all the people answered, “His blood be on us and on our children!” Matthew 27:24-25
I wonder if they really understood what they were asking for when they said that. For those who do not accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior, it is hard to understand the beauty and power of the blood of Christ. In fact, it is foolish. But to a follower of Jesus, there is nothing more wonderful than to be covered by His blood. The blood that Jesus shed was for our forgiveness and healing, and sealed our eternal life with God.
I bet that many who were cheering for Jesus to be crucified that day were soon followers of Him. I truly hope that God honored their statement, and the blood of Christ was on them and their children.
As we enter the passion week, I pray for all of us to have a fresh and real revelation of the power of the blood of Jesus Christ.
If you are not a follower of Jesus Christ, please at least take an opportunity to go to a church and hear the messages over the next few weeks. If it is fake, you have nothing to lose. If it is real you may just find the life God has called you to.
Love and Blessin’s,
Dave