When a Father's Son Went Free
When a Father's Son Went Free Bill Brinkworth At the time of the unjust capture of Jesus Christ, a notorious criminal was also apprehended. His escapades were known by many in the area. He was a murderer, a robber, and was guilty under both Roman and Jewish law. His name meant “son of father”. Maybe at one time he was daddy’s boy, but not at the time of his capture. He was the wicked Barabbas. Surely, the legal presentation of his case did not last long. His captivity could not have been lengthy, as his death was planned to be completed before the nearing Passover. He was detained in one of the infamous, dark and dank Roman jails. It could be the only comfort he had of not being alone, were the screams and cries of other criminals facing the same fate. Perhaps, from hearing the cries and the commotion outside his cell, he learned what was to happen to him. Maybe the guard’s cruel taunts also informed him of what his fate would be. Two of his prison mates would...