Grace to You: Radio Podcast Divine Mercy for the Blasphemers
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Mar 30, 2026 
John MacArthur, renowned evangelical pastor and Bible teacher known for expository preaching, walks through the crucifixion scene in vivid detail. He examines the leaders’ mockery and why God delayed judgment. He unpacks Pilate’s inscription, the soldiers’ jeers, and the thief’s surprising turn to repentance.
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Sanhedrin's Mockery Reveals Ultimate Apostasy
- The crucifixion displayed the apex of blasphemy as Jewish leaders openly mocked the Son of God.
- John MacArthur emphasizes their rejection of Scripture and prophecy, calling it unparalleled apostasy deserving immediate judgment.
Divine Restraint Is Purposeful Not Passive
- The question of why God doesn't immediately judge blasphemers is central to understanding Calvary's purpose.
- MacArthur frames God's apparent inaction as purposeful restraint tied to redemption rather than passive indifference.
Refusing Myrrh Showed Intentional Suffering
- Jesus refused wine mixed with myrrh so He would remain fully conscious to drink the Father's cup of wrath.
- MacArthur links this refusal to Psalm 69:21 and explains the drink would have been a mild analgesic to ease crucifixion pain.
