Community Group Questions: September 21st-27th
Luke 23:13-25
13 Pilate then called together the chief priests and the rulers and the people, 14 and said to them, “You brought me this man as one who was misleading the people. And after examining him before you, behold, I did not find this man guilty of any of your charges against him. 15 Neither did Herod, for he sent him back to us. Look, nothing deserving death has been done by him. 16 I will therefore punish and release him.”
Pilate Delivers Jesus to Be Crucified
18 But they all cried out together, “Away with this man, and release to us Barabbas”— 19 a man who had been thrown into prison for an insurrection started in the city and for murder. 20 Pilate addressed them once more, desiring to release Jesus, 21 but they kept shouting, “Crucify, crucify him!” 22 A third time he said to them, “Why? What evil has he done? I have found in him no guilt deserving death. I will therefore punish and release him.” 23 But they were urgent, demanding with loud cries that he should be crucified. And their voices prevailed. 24 So Pilate decided that their demand should be granted. 25 He released the man who had been thrown into prison for insurrection and murder, for whom they asked, but he delivered Jesus over to their will.
Pilate Delivers Jesus to Be Crucified
18 But they all cried out together, “Away with this man, and release to us Barabbas”— 19 a man who had been thrown into prison for an insurrection started in the city and for murder. 20 Pilate addressed them once more, desiring to release Jesus, 21 but they kept shouting, “Crucify, crucify him!” 22 A third time he said to them, “Why? What evil has he done? I have found in him no guilt deserving death. I will therefore punish and release him.” 23 But they were urgent, demanding with loud cries that he should be crucified. And their voices prevailed. 24 So Pilate decided that their demand should be granted. 25 He released the man who had been thrown into prison for insurrection and murder, for whom they asked, but he delivered Jesus over to their will.
Key Takeaways:
- Jesus was declared innocent multiple times, yet still sentenced to death.
- Pilate's weakness and fear led him to make an unjust decision.
- The exchange of Jesus for Barabbas illustrates the gospel message.
- God orchestrated these events to demonstrate His plan of salvation.
Discussion Questions:
- What stands out to you most about Pilate's actions in this passage? How do you think you might have acted in his position?
- The sermon mentions that "fear makes people make bad decisions." Can you think of a time when fear influenced your decision-making? How did it impact the outcome?
- How does the exchange of Jesus for Barabbas reflect the gospel message? In what ways do you see yourself in Barabbas's position?
- The sermon emphasizes that we have two pleas before God: guilty as charged or Jesus' life. How does this perspective impact your view of salvation and your relationship with God?
Practical Applications:
- Reflect on areas in your life where you might be allowing fear to influence your decisions. Commit to bringing these fears to God in prayer this week.
- Identify one person in your life who needs to hear the message of reconciliation. Pray for an opportunity to share with them this week.
- Consider memorizing 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 as a reminder of your new identity in Christ and your role as an ambassador.
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