The condemnation and crucifixion of Jesus was not based on logic or facts, but was the triumph of Satan's influence over righteousness. Both Pilate and Herod found no fault in Jesus, yet the voices of the chief priests and crowd, under Satan's sway, prevailed in demanding his death. If logic had prevailed, Jesus would not have been crucified and there would be no salvation from sins. However, God's will triumphed over human logic in allowing Jesus to die for our sins according to the Scriptures.