Law enforcement officials say that getting a sincere confession of guilt that is admissible in court is extremely rare. However, Rev. Jerry Ruff told about one case in the Southwest that involved two men on trial for armed robbery and assault. As the prosecutor questioned the victim, you could hear a pin drop in the courtroom. He quizzed her about the gunpoint robbery she and her husband had experienced. Her voice quivering, the woman spoke of her fear and terror. Noting this, the prosecutor raised his voice and turned away from the woman and asked sternly, “Are the two men who committed this horrible crime in the courtroom today?” At that the two defendants raised their hands. The courtroom gallery and even the judge snickered. Noticing the two arms in the air, the prosecutor said, “Your Honor, may the record show that the defendants raised their hands and have just confessed to the crime.” The woman must have given a powerful testimony. Usually the truth doesn’t come that easily. Most people who have done wrong will not even admit the truth to themselves. They will say something like, “That is really not me, I am a good person and people misunderstood me.” This Sunday at WCC we continue our teaching series, Last Words. We will look at Luke 23: 32-43. A criminal will confess his crimes... and receive an unexpected consequence... Jesus tells him, Today you will be with me in Paradise! I look forward to a meaningful morning of worship this Sunday! See you then. Pastor Tracy Overwhelming Grace Keep You!
Posted on: Thu, 13 Mar 2014 22:52:40 +0000
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