Resurrection: Joseph of Arimathea by ric gustafson
Joseph of Arimathea was a member of the Sanhedrin and described as wealthy. All four Gospels describe him as just and holy. John 19:38 describes him as a secret disciple of Jesus. He kept it private for fear of being out of the favor of the religious leaders.
He was a member of the Sanhedrin which was the highest council of the ancient Jews. Luke 24:50 says that he did not consent to crucifying Jesus.
He showed his secret love for Jesus by going to Pilate and asking for the body of Jesus. He wanted to bury him in his own personal tomb. God's people who are far from perfect can grow in their faith and become the people that God wants us to be.
research help: a Janice Gilmore article
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
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