John 19: 1-16
- Who was in the crowd outside Pilate’s palace
- How many times did Pilate bring Jesus before the crowd? Why?
- In Verse 11, what does Jesus mean? Focus on the second sentence as well.
- How did that statement affect Pilate?
- Which of Pilate’s buttons did the Jews push o get him concerned?
- Reflect on how people push your buttons? Is it in the same way? Based on what emotion do you most often react?
John 19:16-27
- Read Psalm 22:16-18
- 19-22 – Discuss.
- In verses 25-27 – where is Jesus’ concern?
John 19:28-37
- In verse 28 – reflect on Jesus statement – what does it mean to you?
- Verse 31 – why did the Jews want to rush the crucifixions?
- What is the significance of breaking Legs – (hints: Exodus 12:46, Numbers 9:12, Psalms 34:20)
- In verse 34 – what does it mean to you?
- Verse 38 – who cares for Jesus body – what does this mean to you?
- New tomb – what is the significance?