The religious leaders didn’t have the final word. They had to take Jesus before the ruling authorities to see if their death sentence for religious matters would be acted upon. Pilate was the governor at that time, and he was no dummy. He saw through to the religious leaders’ motives.
What surprised you most as you read through this passage? Whether or not it was your first time reading it or your hundredth, something sparked your attention or seemed a bit shocking. Take time to reread if you need to. Continue reading “Mark 15:1-20 – Death Sentence”