Day 67- The Arrest and Trial - John 18:1-40

Jesus' predictions in yesterday's passage become reality in today's text.  We not only see the betrayal of Judas, the denial of Peter, but we also see Jesus moving closer to the Roman Cross He said he would die on, so He could provide salvation to those who would believe on Him.  Even though Jesus is found innocent by Pilate, the Jews still want the King of Kings crucified, even to the degree that they were willing to let a proven criminal go.

Questions to Ponder:

1. In previous readings, Jesus demonstrated His power by 

    calming a storm, healing sick people and raising a dead man.  

    How does Jesus demonstrate His power in this passage?  vs.6

2. In vv. 8&9, Jesus makes a statement pertaining to His 

    disciples, asking for their release.  Who do the Jews ask to be 

    released from prison?

3. Even though Jesus was not found guilty in the courtroom of 

    Pilate or of the High Priest, why was He (the innocent) 

    arrested and the guilty the guilty released?

Prayer: The Jews didn't go into Pilate's palace, so as to not sin and defile themselves before the Passover, but Jesus the King of the Jews was summoned there, indicating the guilt He would take upon Himself so He could release us from ours!  READ Luke 4:18&19.....Thanks Jesus (the innocent) for being weilling to bear our guilt in the world's courtr


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