John 19-21

As John was recording the events of crucifixion day he reached the gruesome description of the soldier thrusting the spear in Jesus’ side and he paused in his story.  He wanted to make absolutely sure that everyone who read his words understood that John had witnessed Jesus’ death.  In 19:35 John supported his testimony by pausing in the narrative and asserting that this is exactly how Jesus’ time on the cross ended; with his death.  The punctuation of the soldier’s spear was the final event on the cross.  John agreed with Jesus that it was finished.  I wonder if John could tell any part of that story and keep his composure?  Did the tears of sorrow mix with tears of joy over the wonder of Jesus’ sacrifice? 

It took me about 14 minutes to read this passage.

Stuart