We live in a busy world with busy schedules and being able to share some thoughts about this journey with others across this world through the Internet is truly a blessing. The below Questions for Reflection will stimulate thought and offer ideas for applying biblical principles. At all stages of life, the Bible is helpful in providing what is needed to thrive in life. If you have not done so yet, click the follow button on the top right side of this page to be notified of future posts.

John 17 – To what hour does Jesus refer? How are the Father, Son, and disciples related? What will be accomplished through believers manifesting their oneness of life with the Father and Son? How is Jesus glorified in you?

John 18:1-27 – As Judas and the soldiers come, what indicates a voluntary surrender by Jesus? How does Jesus distinguish right and wrong? How can you? How has Jesus taught?

John 18:28-40 – Why don’t the religious leaders go into Pilate’s judgment hall? Describe Jesus’ kingship (see John 6:15 and 12:13-15). For what purpose is he in the world? For what purpose are you in the world?

John 19:1-16 – What is different about Pilate’s statement about Jesus and his actions (See John 18:38 and John 19:4-6)? For what reasons do the Jews want to kill Jesus (See John 5:18, John 10:30-38, and Lev. 24:16)? How does Pilate misunderstand Jesus’ power? What causes Pilate to yield to the Jews’ demands? What power do you have over circumstances?

John 19:17-30 – What is the significance of Pilate’s title and the chief priest’s complaint? What is Jesus’ state of mind while on the cross? What has Jesus finished (see John 17:4)?

John 19:31-42 – What happens to Jesus after he dies? Why don’t the soldiers break Jesus’ legs? How do they make sure He is dead? What scriptures are fulfilled (See Psalm 34:20, Psalm 22:16, Zech. 12:10)?

Feel free to respond with a short note or a comment about any of the questions above. Also, I welcome any other thoughts or ideas, favorite inspirational videos, photos, or favorite Bible verses. Just add them to the comments.

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