Summary of John 19:8-16
Pilate was afraid, thinking Jesus may be the Son of God. When he questioned Jesus again, Jesus did not answer. Pilate still tried to free Jesus, but the Jewish leaders kept shouting and accusing Pilate of not being a friend of Caesar. Pilate gave in.
BSF Study Questions John’s Gospel: The Truth Lesson 24, Day 5: John 19:8-16
13) Hearing that Jesus may be the Son of God and probably knowing it’s truth somewhere deep inside of him. Jesus refused to answer Pilate.
14a) “Do you refuse to speak to me?” Pilate said. “Don’t you realize I have power either to free you or to crucify you?”
Jesus answered, “You would have no power over me if it were not given to you from above. Therefore the one who handed me over to you is guilty of a greater sin.”
b) Pilate’s loyalty to Caesar was being questioned by the Jewish leaders. The Jewish leaders also would not quit shouting to crucify Jesus. Pilate had no rebuttal, so he gave in.
c) Out of fear of a rebellion maybe. Out of fear that Jesus was the Son of God.
15) Sin becomes a habit, which can be hard to overcome. Once sin takes root in the heart, it grows and you are blinded to the light of God’s truth. Staying the course is always better.
16) Many. In the hardships of my life, He is there. He gets me through. God is good. God is faithful. God is Almighty. I respond by giving Him the glory.
Conclusions BSF Study Questions John’s Gospel: The Truth Lesson 24, Day 5: John 19:8-16
Humanity does not change, and how Pilate reacted has been seen throughout history. Giving into peer pressure is very similar. It’s hard to stand for Truth. But, we must.
End Notes BSF Study Questions John’s Gospel: The Truth Lesson 24, Day 5: John 19:8-16
Jesus gave no answer as he had already explained himself: his kingdom was not of this world (John 18:36).
Pilate was not used to people not being afraid of him and groveling for freedom. Yet, Pilate was weak. He gave into the Jewish leaders.
God granted Pilate power.
In reality, Pilate was not a friend of Caesar. He was a puppet, a pawn. And, he was afraid of losing his position.
In reality, Pilate was the one on trial.
Pilate presents bloodied, beaten, and mocked Jesus to the crowd. They reject him — a fatal mistake.
God often gives us multiple chances to respond to His Truth, like He did with Pilate. Failure to respond has eternal consequences.
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