Mark 14:60
We always take note of the fact that Jesus remained silent. However, understand that he wasn’t really allowed to defend himself either. In other words, though asked here about what was being said against him, it wasn’t an offer to let him make his own defence. He would only be allowed to respond to the accusations. The priest wanted him to incriminate himself by his answers. This becomes very obvious in the next verse.
Heavenly Father, thank you for teaching us to be Christ-like. That is what it means to be a Christian. We cannot ever forget your love for us. The love of Christ, and his willingness to serve, is what we must have from you. Thank you for working in our lives by the sacrifice of Christ. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise you, Amen.