Mark 15:1-5
I have heard this scripture many times before, but I think this is the first time I have read it and realized that Pilate totally caved under peer pressure. Pilate knows what the right thing to do is and is almost begging Jesus to stand up to the priests so that Pilate himself won't have to do it. When that doesn't work, Pilate turns to the crowd thinking that they will want their "king of jews" released. He again prompts them to reconsider by asking them what crime he has committed.
In the end, it is Pilate's wanting to go along and satisfy the crowd that leads to Jesus' death. Even though he knew the decision was wrong, he was unwilling to stand up for what he believed. How many times are we Pilate? How many times do we go along with friends, co-workers and crowds because it is easier than standing out and being one voice in the madness. How many times do we, like Pilate, sacrifice what is right for what is easy or comfortable.
Kali Boatright
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