Community Group Questions: September 14th-20th
Luke 23:1-12
Jesus Before Pilate
Then the whole company of them arose and brought him before Pilate. 2 And they began to accuse him, saying, “We found this man misleading our nation and forbidding us to give tribute to Caesar, and saying that he himself is Christ, a king.” 3 And Pilate asked him, “Are you the King of the Jews?” And he answered him, “You have said so.” 4 Then Pilate said to the chief priests and the crowds, “I find no guilt in this man.” 5 But they were urgent, saying, “He stirs up the people, teaching throughout all Judea, from Galilee even to this place.”
Jesus Before Herod
6 When Pilate heard this, he asked whether the man was a Galilean. 7 And when he learned that he belonged to Herod's jurisdiction, he sent him over to Herod, who was himself in Jerusalem at that time. 8 When Herod saw Jesus, he was very glad, for he had long desired to see him, because he had heard about him, and he was hoping to see some sign done by him. 9 So he questioned him at some length, but he made no answer. 10 The chief priests and the scribes stood by, vehemently accusing him. 11 And Herod with his soldiers treated him with contempt and mocked him. Then, arraying him in splendid clothing, he sent him back to Pilate. 12 And Herod and Pilate became friends with each other that very day, for before this they had been at enmity with each other.
Then the whole company of them arose and brought him before Pilate. 2 And they began to accuse him, saying, “We found this man misleading our nation and forbidding us to give tribute to Caesar, and saying that he himself is Christ, a king.” 3 And Pilate asked him, “Are you the King of the Jews?” And he answered him, “You have said so.” 4 Then Pilate said to the chief priests and the crowds, “I find no guilt in this man.” 5 But they were urgent, saying, “He stirs up the people, teaching throughout all Judea, from Galilee even to this place.”
Jesus Before Herod
6 When Pilate heard this, he asked whether the man was a Galilean. 7 And when he learned that he belonged to Herod's jurisdiction, he sent him over to Herod, who was himself in Jerusalem at that time. 8 When Herod saw Jesus, he was very glad, for he had long desired to see him, because he had heard about him, and he was hoping to see some sign done by him. 9 So he questioned him at some length, but he made no answer. 10 The chief priests and the scribes stood by, vehemently accusing him. 11 And Herod with his soldiers treated him with contempt and mocked him. Then, arraying him in splendid clothing, he sent him back to Pilate. 12 And Herod and Pilate became friends with each other that very day, for before this they had been at enmity with each other.
Key Takeaways:
- Jesus is not a scapegoat to be used for personal agendas or arguments.
- Jesus is not a sideshow or mere curiosity for entertainment.
- Jesus is the true King and Savior who died so that we can live.
Discussion Questions:
- Pastor Jay stated, "Jesus' identity is not up for grabs to anyone according to the person engaging them where they get to form Jesus into the image that they want." How have you seen people try to mold Jesus to fit their own desires or agendas?
- Reflect on Romans 1:28-32. How does this description of human sinfulness resonate with what you observe in the world today? How does it challenge your view of yourself?
- What does it mean to have Jesus as Lord of your life, as opposed to keeping Him at "arm's length"?
- How can we effectively share the true gospel in a world that often wants to use Jesus for political or personal gain?
Practical Applications:
- Self-reflection: Take time this week to examine your own relationship with Jesus. Are there areas where you're treating Him as a scapegoat or sideshow rather than Lord?
- Scripture meditation: Spend time meditating on Romans 10:9-10 this week. Consider how this truth shapes your understanding of salvation and your approach to sharing faith.
- Prayer: Commit to praying daily for opportunities to share the true gospel and for wisdom in navigating conversations about faith, especially in light of current events or tragedies.
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