Do you know the story of Barabbas? Matthew, Mark, and Luke all mention him as the man who was released by Pilate instead of Jesus. We could say, in the mind of Barabbas, Jesus literally died in his place. But of course, we know more of the story now then Barabbas did on that fateful day.

The question is, do you realize you are Barabbas in more than one way? He was a notorious prisoner who was forgiven and set free-- just like us. May this reminder recalibrate the gratitude of your heart.