Fearing Man’s Opinion

Fearing Man’s Opinion

The dialogue between the leaders of the Jews and Pilate is an interesting one. Pilate knows that there is no basis for Jesus’ death, yet he ultimately acquiesces because he’s afraid of the people.

They said if he did not crucify Jesus then he was no friend of Caesar’s. Ultimately, Pilate was more concerned about what the people thought of him than what God would think. 

What about you? Do you find yourself trying to please man? Are you a person who wants everyone to say nice things about them?

Spend time with the Father today. Ask Him to point out areas in your life where you compromise good character so you can have a “good image” with people. 

By mindful that we are not called to have a “good image” among people. We are called to have a God image! Here’s today’s Bible verse. Enjoy. 

John 19:16

16 Finally Pilate handed him over to them to be crucified.

Today’s Readings:

John 18:25-19:22; Proverbs 16:10-11