“The King of the Jews”, the sign there proclaimed – maybe to amuse the Governor, – he shamed their malice displayed. But they were dismayed! ‘Write only, “he claims …” ’
Judas Iscariot pretended to care a lot for the poor, but he kept the stash of donated cash: when he wanted some money he took it, it went into his pocket. Disparaged, criticized
He died while young, his death achieved rich purpose: not the end; and through his cross I have received new Life as grace had planned. Our Saviour bound – he let them bind
