54: The events surrounding Jesus’ death had a great influence in the superstitious minds of the soldiers. Like Pilate, they came to the realization that this man was completely innocent. This is likely all that is meant by their exclamation. Being Romans, they likely thought he was a son of the Jewish God. The full significance of this would not be realized or believed by them. However, it must be said that this is a good starting point for faith, and there is a great likelihood that one or more of the soldiers did ultimately come to Christ in salvation.
It is amazing that the ungodly Romans could see that Jesus was innocent, and yet many of God’s chosen people did not.
Personal Journal Entry #12047
Prayer Journal Entry #12047
Daily Bible Reading: Numbers 5:1-6:27
Praise Journal Entry #12008: Heavenly Father, help me to be sensitive to the great things that You do every day. Your works are wonderful, and You are busy with them even now. Your Spirit even now works in the hearts of those who are hearing about You for the very first time. I praise You for Your influence in our lives. You make life worth living, Father. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.