Lent has begun and with it our two book studies. I just finished reading the first chapter of Borg and Crossan's The Last Week. Everything I read by these guys just excites me. But the visual image of the humble entry of Jesus into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday contrasted by the imperial entry into the other side of the city by the Roman governor on the same day... I didn't know that! I had long understood Jesus' life as a contrast to those in power in his day. His titles such as "Son of God" and "Lord" were chosen because that is what Caesar called himself. It was a clear slap in the face. But again, I didn't know about the entry in Jerusalem by Pilate on the same day as we call Palm Sunday. What a great visual. Can't wait to keep reading. And discussing on Sunday after church.
David
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