Circumstancial Evidence

"For we shall all stand before the judgement seat of Christ." Romans 14: 10

The courtroom buzzed with excitement. The overhead fan swirled in the sweltering heat from a mid August heat wave. In the upper balcony, a young woman cried. How would her friend prove his innocence? Trembling with fear, Mary leaned forward to catch a final glimpse. So many accusers and so little evidence, how would he prove his innocence? Every eye focused on the judge’s door. "All rise, the Supreme Court is now in session."

Silence covered the room. A sterned faced judge glared at the accused. In his court, evidence speaks louder than words. No defense lawyer ever won without facts. The accused hung his head in shame. Would his actions prove loyal to the king of Kings? Witness after witness gave testified to his treasonous actions. Clearly the man was guilty. Where was his evidence proving his innocence? Trembling with fear, a shaky voice whispered, "Your honor, (gasp) look at my life. (Gasp) Find the evidence of my innocence from my good works." On that day, Mary’s friend stood alone. Would his life prove innocence or treason? "Bring his record before me!" the judge roared. Gasping with excitement, every eye focused on the screen above the judge’s head.

What finally proved the accused innocence? Was it circumstantial evidence or facts? Could you defend your loyalty to the king of Kings by your life? If not! I challenge you today to research your evidence. Look at your life for the facts not from shallow words. Your future judgement depends upon your evidence.

Copyright 2007 Patricia Charlton