* Christ before Pilate. (1-5) Christ before Herod. (6-12) Barabbas
preferred to Christ. (13-25) Christ speaks of the destruction of
Jerusalem. (26-31) The crucifixion, The repentant malefactor. (32-43)
The death of Christ. (44-49) The burial of Christ. (50-56)... [ Continue Reading ]
1-5 Pilate well understood the difference between armed forces and our
Lord's followers. But instead of being softened by Pilate's
declaration of his innocence, and considering whether they were not
bringing the guilt of innocent blood upon themselves, the Jews were
the more angry. The Lord brings h... [ Continue Reading ]
6-12 Herod had heard many things of Jesus in Galilee, and out of
curiosity longed to see him. The poorest beggar that asked a miracle
for the relief of his necessity, was never denied; but this proud
prince, who asked for a miracle only to gratify his curiosity, is
refused. He might have seen Christ... [ Continue Reading ]
13-25 The fear of man brings many into this snare, that they will do
an unjust thing, against their consciences, rather than get into
trouble. Pilate declares Jesus innocent, and has a mind to release
him; yet, to please the people, he would punish him as an evil-doer.
If no fault be found in him, w... [ Continue Reading ]
26-31 We have here the blessed Jesus, the Lamb of God, led as a lamb
to the slaughter, to the sacrifice. Though many reproached and reviled
him, yet some pitied him. But the death of Christ was his victory and
triumph over his enemies: it was our deliverance, the purchase of
eternal life for us. Th... [ Continue Reading ]
32-43 As soon as Christ was fastened to the cross, he prayed for
those who crucified him. The great thing he died to purchase and
procure for us, is the forgiveness of sin. This he prays for. Jesus
was crucified between two thieves; in them were shown the different
effects the cross of Christ would... [ Continue Reading ]
44-49 We have here the death of Christ magnified by the wonders that
attended it, and his death explained by the words with which he
breathed out his soul. He was willing to offer himself. Let us seek to
glorify God by true repentance and conversion; by protesting against
those who crucify the Savio... [ Continue Reading ]
50-56 Many, though they do not make any show in outward profession,
yet, like Joseph of Arimathea, will be far more ready to do real
service, when there is occasion, than others who make a greater noise.
Christ was buried in haste, because the sabbath drew on. Weeping must
not hinder sowing. Though... [ Continue Reading ]