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SUBJECT: 097. 5. Calvary: Victory — Matthew 26:47 to 27:61. Mark 14:43 to 15:47. Luke 22:47 to 23:...
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5. Calvary: Victory.
Mat_26:47 to Mat_27:61. Mar_14:43 to Mar_15:47. Luk_22:47 to Luk_23:56. Joh_18:1 to Joh_19:42.
Yielding to Arrest: the betrayal—protecting the disciples—checking Peter's violence—the arrest—the disciples forsake Him—except two, Joh_18:15-16.
The Real Jewish Ruler: Annas the intriguer—an unrebuked insult—the case settled at once—before Caiaphas—difficulty in fixing a charge—the dramatic question and solemn answer—second condemnation—gross insults.
Held Steady by Great Love: Peter gains entrance through John, Joh_18:16.—the stammering denial—the bolder—with oaths and curses—Jesus' look—Peter's tears.
An Obstinate Roman: before the senate—trying to make a case—the formal condemnation—before Pilate—an unexpected set-back—alone with Pilate—acquitted—shrill protests—off to Herod.
A Savage Duel: before Herod—no word for him—more insults—a second acquittal—back to Pilate—his character—his summing up—their protests—his wife's message—Barabbas or Jesus—Pilate weakening—the scourging and coarse mocking—Pilate's surprise—a new charge—the governor startled—alone again with Pilate—the use of Caesar's name—renunciation of national hopes—the defeated governor's small revenge—the duel over.
Victory: out to Calvary—the pitying women—crucified—praying for the soldiers—pitching dice for His clothes—the inscription—coarse taunts and jests—winning a man at the very last—providing for His mother the darkness—the agonizing cry—the shout of victory.