Christ’s death unmasked the hypocrisy of the self-righteous religious leaders. They who would not acknowledge Jesus as Lord went and said “lord” or “Sir” to Pilate (Gr. Kurios)—seeking his help to ensure that Christ would forever remain dead. And, unlike the true followers of Christ, they who had often accused the Savior of Sabbath-breaking for His works of mercy now themselves desecrated the holy Sabbath with their works of malice. “On the next day, which followed the Day of Preparation, the chief priests and Pharisees … went and made the tomb secure, sealing the stone and setting the guard” (Matthew 27:62-66; cf. Luke 23:56). Hypocrisy is at its worst when spiritual leaders stop at nothing to advance their personal, ideological, and political agenda.—Samuel Koranteng-Pipim
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SAMUEL KORANTENG-PIPIM,PH.D. , is a US-based Ghanaian author, inspirational speaker, leadership trainer, and an advocate for youth empowerment. He was trained in engineering and systematic theology, and has authored more than twenty books. They include his bestselling works Hope Through the Dark, Six More Chances, Healed Wounds but Ugly Scars, and Patience in the Midst of Trials and Afflictions. Dr. Pipim currently directs two Centers for Leadership Development known as EAGLES (Empowerment & Advisory Group for Leadership, Excellence, & Service) and ANANSE (African Network & Advisory for Needed Services & Excellence). www.EAGLESonline.org. He also serves as a special consultant on Bible projects for Remnant Publications. 