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When one looks at the significance of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, there are numerous points that one must consider. I just read an article on this subject in which the author stated four scenarios of interest.

1. That his execution was a senseless, unjustified act by a group of people who saw him as a threat to religious stability;
2. That his execution was a reasonable and justified act that put to rest someone who was stirring up rebellion;

3. That his execution was part of God's ultimate plan to atone for human sinfulness; or
4. That his execution was and is an opportunity for humans to ask forgiveness from God for sinfulness.

Point one is correct. All through Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, you will find instances where the scribes, Pharisees, and Sadducee's came to Jesus trying to tempt and trick Him into displaying His deity. In Matthew 15:1, is one instance "Then came to Jesus scribes and Pharisees, which were of Jerusalem, saying",in Matthew 16:1, we find another, "The Pharisees also with the Sadducee's came, and tempting desired him that he would show them a sign from heaven". The Jewish leaders ALL considered Jesus a threat to their religious stability because they had a pretty good thing going for them. As long as they didn't ruffle the feathers of the Romans, Rome was content to let them have their own say in matters. the Jewish leaders upheld the traditional Law of Moses, when and if it was beneficial to them! they bent or circumvented the Law whenever it was convenient to fit their needs. Jesus was threatening this comfortable little lifestyle and they wanted it put to an end. What better way than to have Rome do the job for them?

Point two is correct. In the hall of Pilate, Jesus was asked to answer several questions that were intended to portray Him as a rebellious King, a king that was likened to a military ruler that was purposed to lead the Jews in an uprising against Rome. Thus Pilate asked, "Art thou the King of the Jews"? And when he was accused of the chief priests and elders, he answered nothing. Then said Pilate unto him, Hearest thou not how many things they witness against thee? These were trumped up charges brought to Pilate to force him to do the deed that the Jews did not want to do. In Mark, we read the following transcript: Mar 15:8 And the multitude crying aloud began to desire him to do as he had ever done unto them.
Mar 15:9 But Pilate answered them, saying, Will ye that I release unto you the King of the Jews?
Mar 15:10 For he

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