Jesus was tried before Pilate
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Mark 15:1-15
Key Verse 15
“Wanting to satisfy the crowd, Pilate released Barabbas to them. He had Jesus flogged, and handed him over to be crucified.”
Read verses 1-5. What plans did the religious leaders make after arresting Jesus? (1) Describe the meeting between Jesus and Pilate. (2-5)
Read verses 6-8. What was the custom at the festival? (6) What crime did Barabbas commit? (7) What did the crowd ask of Pilate? (8)
Read verses 9-15. What did Pilate try to do for Jesus? (9, 10) What was the crowd’s reply under the influence of the chief priests? (11-13) What did Pilate end up doing to Jesus? (14, 15)