“Who Crucified Jesus?” (John 19:16-24) I. Did the Jews Crucify Jesus? A. Jesus was the Christ Sent to the Jews (John 1:29-41; 12:42; 11:56-57). B. Jews were involved in His Death (Matt. 26:14-16; Luke 22:66-71; 23:6-12; Acts 7:51;52; Matt. 27:20; Luke 23:23).
“Who Crucified Jesus?” (John 19:16-24) II. Did the Romans Crucify Jesus? A. The Romans Controlled Palestine (Luke 2:1,2; 3:1,2). B. Pilate and his Soldiers Carried Out the Sentence (Luke 13:1; Acts 25:18-21; Matthew 27:26-31).
“Who Crucified Jesus?” (John 19:16-24) III. Defining the Issue. A. Who took the First Steps? (Matthew 26:3-5). B. Who Took Action that led to His Crucifixion? (Acts 2:23; 3:13-17). C. Who Carried it Out? (Acts 2:22,23; Revelation 13:8).
“Who Crucified Jesus?” (John 19:16-24) III. Defining the Issue. D. Who is Responsible for Jesus’ Crucifixion? (Acts 4:27,28; Isaiah 53:4-6; II Corinthians 5:21; Heb. 6:4-6).