Flavius Artemis the centurion page 14 by ric Gustafson
The group yelled again. " Jesus of Nazareth".
" If it is I you are seeking". Jesus pointed at his followers. " Then let these others go their way".
A big man, who looked like a fisherman, stood next to Jesus. All of a sudden, he pulled out a sword and struck the ear of Caiaphas's servant.
Malchus fell to the ground. He held onto his ear and screamed in pain.
Jesus gave Peter a stern look. " Put that sword away". His voice hesitated. " Shall I not drink the cup given by my Father". He knelt down and put his hand over Malchus's ear.
As Flavius watched in disbelief, Jesus healed the servant's ear. Jesus stood up.
Flavius shook his head over the miracle he had just witnessed. Just then, he remembered what he and the others were doing there.
" Seize him" he said loudly.
Some soldiers came forward and bound Jesus with tight ropes.
Malchus was still on the ground holding onto his now healed ear.
Flavius and the others led Jesus away.
research help: ' The Murder of Jesus' by John Macarthur
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
No comments:
Post a Comment