Egg #9 Spear

So  the soldiers came and broke the legs of the first, and of the other who had been crucified with Him. But when they came to Jesus and saw that He was already dead, they did not break His legs. But one of the soldiers pierced His side with a spear, and at once there came out blood and water.

-John 19:32-34

 

Two robbers were crucified with Jesus, one on each side of Him. When the soldiers came to check the three men on the crosses, Jesus had already died. Just to make sure, though, one of the soldiers stabbed Jesus in the side with a spear.

 

This is a sad story, but a true one. It is sad to think that Jesus died, and that He died in such a cruel way. But remember that Jesus gave up His life because of His love for sinners-ALL sinners. This includes you and me and all who tell lies, steal from others, disobey God, or even people like the soldier who stabbed Him.