The clash between Annas, the Godfather of Jerusalem, and Jesus Christ was not merely a courtroom drama or a political struggle. It was the collision of two kingdoms -- one of earthly power, manipulation, and control, the other of heavenly authority, truth, and love. Annas fought to preserve his dynasty, his influence, and his version of religious purity. But in doing so, he stood against the very One he had waited his whole life to see. The corrupt heart of human ambition, cloaked in religious respectability, could not recognize the face of God standing before it. In the short term, it seemed that Annas won. Jesus was condemned, crucified, and buried. The Sanhedrin celebrated, believing that they had preserved their way of life. But in the courts of Heaven, another verdict was delivered: death was defeated , and life eternal was secured.
ThriftBooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. We personally assess every book's quality and offer rare, out-of-print treasures. We deliver the joy of reading in recyclable packaging with free standard shipping on US orders over $20. ThriftBooks.com. Read more. Spend less.