Complicity

“When you see a thief, you befriend him, and throw in your lot with adulterers.”

“A partner to a thief hates his own soul; he receives the oath, but does not testify.”

“Although they know God’s righteous decree that those who do such things are worthy of death, they not only continue to do these things, but also approve of those who practice them.”

“The elder, To the chosen lady and her children, whom I love in the truth—and not I alone, but also all who know the truth—”

“Prompted by her mother, she said, “Give me here on a platter the head of John the Baptist.””

“At once the girl hurried back to the king with her request: “I want you to give me the head of John the Baptist on a platter immediately.””

“So when the crowd had assembled, Pilate asked them, “Which one do you want me to release to you: Barabbas, or Jesus who is called Christ?””

““Do you want me to release to you the King of the Jews?” Pilate asked.”