The story of Jesus' journey to the cross is one of the most gripping accounts of all time. It's the story of a perfect, sinless man who died at the hands of those he came to save. Dr. Robert Jeffress looks at the six trials of Jesus leading up to his crucifixion, including his appearances before the high priest, Pilate, and the Sanhedrin. [... more]

The cross is a powerful symbol of redemption, where Jesus Christ was crucified by the Sanhedrin, who mocked and blasphemed him, but ultimately, one of the thieves on the cross was redeemed by the power of God, affirming Jesus as the king and the Son of God. This event demonstrates God's love for humanity, where he gives his son as a sacrifice to forgive the sins of those who make up the gift of love to him. The cross is a reminder of the punishment Jesus bore for humanity's sins, allowing them to be made righteous in him. [... more]

Pilate, the Roman governor, is faced with the decision of what to do with Jesus, who has been accused by the Sanhedrin of being the king of the Jews. Despite knowing Jesus is innocent, Pilate ultimately releases Barabbas, a prisoner who had committed murder, and hands Jesus over to be crucified. This event is part of the Divine Drama of Redemption, a story of God's plan unfolding through the trials and death of Jesus. [... more]

The Jewish trial of Jesus violated all principles of justice and perpetrated the greatest miscarriage of justice ever, as the Sanhedrin sought to find a crime to justify Jesus' execution, ignoring the laws of jurisprudence and justice laid out in Deuteronomy. Jesus' response to the high priest's question about his identity as the Messiah and Son of God was a glorious moment, rehearsing what's coming after the cross, and ultimately leading to his unjust sentence and condemnation to death. [... more]

Jesus' betrayal by Judas Iscariot is a pivotal moment in the Gospel of Mark, leading to his arrest and trial. The Sanhedrin, a group of Jewish leaders, conspired against Jesus, and Judas, one of Jesus' twelve apostles, agreed to betray him for a sum of money. Jesus' subsequent arrest and trial were a fulfillment of prophecy, and his sacrifice on the cross was a demonstration of his love for humanity. [... more]

The Crucifixion Conspiracy examines the plot to kill Jesus, with a focus on the behind-the-scenes intrigue and the roles of key players, including John the Baptist, Judas, Caiaphas, and Pilate, in fulfilling Old Testament protocol and New Testament revelation. [... more]

Paul's reception in Jerusalem has not been without violence, with a powerful assassination plot put into play. Despite being in protective custody of the Romans, Paul's life is still in danger. However, God intervenes in a remarkable way, defusing the plot without the Romans' involvement. Meanwhile, Paul's defense before the Sanhedrin highlights the divisiveness between the Pharisees and Sadducees, and the Tribune's attempts to navigate the situation are thwarted by a young nephew who overhears the assassination plot and informs the Tribune, who is then forced to take action to protect Paul's life as a Roman citizen. [... more]

Paul recounts his conversion story, emphasizing his Jewish heritage and his role as a witness for Jesus. He describes his encounter with Ananias, who tells him of his appointment by God to know His will, see the righteous one, and hear a voice from His mouth. Paul's message sparks anger from the crowd, and he is taken into custody by the Roman authorities. He uses his Roman citizenship to protect himself from flogging and is brought before the Sanhedrin, the Jewish ruling body, to make his case. [... more]

A member of the Sanhedrin, Joseph of Arimathea, secretly professed faith in Jesus Christ, but waited until after his crucifixion to publicly declare his allegiance, taking great risk and facing significant consequences, ultimately leading to a dramatic change in his life and the opportunity to share the gospel with others. [... more]

The trial of Jesus was a sham, with six injustices committed against him. The timing was unjust, with the trial taking place in the middle of the night, and the due process experience was unjust, with the Sanhedrin making the charges and Jesus not being given a fair chance to defend himself. The use of witnesses was also unjust, with the Sanhedrin looking for false witnesses and Jesus not being given the opportunity to bring counterwitnesses. The conviction process was unjust, with no vote taking place and Jesus being sentenced to death without a fair trial. The sentencing was unjust, with Jesus being sentenced to death by crucifixion, which was not the traditional method of execution in Jewish law. Pilate's final consent was also unjust, as he consented to the execution of Jesus to save his own skin, despite knowing that Jesus was innocent. [... more]

Alistair Begg teaches from Acts chapter 23, exploring Apostle Paul's behavior and conviction as he stands before the Sanhedrin, and how Jesus Christ's presence and love can bring comfort and security in times of trouble and uncertainty. [... more]

Apostle Paul's encounter with the Sanhedrin highlights the ordinariness of his extraordinary life. Despite being a mighty apostle, Paul was a mere man who struggled with his conscience and emotions. His reaction to being struck by the high priest Ananias raises questions about his character and the importance of a clear conscience in serving God. [... more]

The historic evidence for Jesus' resurrection is overwhelming, validating his claim to be the way, the truth, and the life. This event gives Christians absolute hope for the future and offers spiritual life right now, empowering them to live holy lives and be men and women with a resurrected power every moment of every day. [... more]

The central question of Christianity is whether Jesus rose from the dead, and this event is historically verifiable. Chip Ingram shares his journey of exploring doubts and finding answers through research and intellectual curiosity, highlighting the importance of understanding why we believe what we believe. [... more]

Jesus' final hours were a time of emotional and deeply personal agony, as He endured rejection, injustice, and unspeakable sorrow. In Psalm 69, we see the prophetic words of our Savior, who felt the anguish of abandonment and the triumph of His sacrifice, pointing us to a Savior who fully understands our pain and offers eternal hope. [... more]

The story of Jesus' journey to the cross is one of the most gripping accounts of all time, a perfect sinless man who died at the hands of those he came to save. Dr. Robert Jeffress looks at the six trials of Jesus leading up to his crucifixion, highlighting the physical and spiritual pain he endured, and the significance of his sacrifice for humanity's salvation. [... more]

The story of Jesus Christ's crucifixion on Good Friday, as described in the Gospel of Mark, highlights the paradox of a day that is both heartbreaking and pivotal in human history. Jesus' unfair trial and brutal crucifixion serve as a backdrop for exploring themes of faith, forgiveness, and love, ultimately revealing the joy and redemption that come from his sacrifice. [... more]

Jesus prepares for his crucifixion by sharing an intimate meal with his closest friends, including Mary, who shows her devotion by breaking a valuable perfume and pouring it on his head, while Judas secretly plans to betray him. [... more]

Jesus stands in purposeful silence before the Sanhedrin, a group of Jewish leaders who have conspired against him. They seek to formulate a charge to bring to the Roman authorities, but their testimony is inconsistent and dishonest. Jesus' silence is a deliberate choice, reflecting his understanding of the hearts of those who oppose him. [... more]

Jesus is put on trial by the Sanhedrin, a group of corrupt leaders who break numerous Hebrew laws in their pursuit of a predetermined verdict. Jesus remains silent, exposing the lawlessness of his accusers, and eventually claims to be the Son of Man, seated at the right hand of God, and coming on the clouds of heaven. The Sanhedrin responds with a unanimous vote of death, demonstrating their judicial prejudice and bias, and condemning Jesus to die. [... more]