Textual Studies From The Gospel Of Luke & The Acts Of The Apostles Two Treatises Textual Studies From The Gospel Of Luke & The Acts Of The Apostles

Treatise 1 - The Gospel Of Luke Lesson 23 – Before Pilate (A) 23:1-7 Jesus accused of misleading the nation, forbidding others to pay taxes, and claiming to be a king vv. 1-2 cp. 20:22-26 Pilate questioned Jesus re: His “Kingship”… something Jesus did not deny v. 3 Pilate did not desire a judgment v. 4

Treatise 1 - The Gospel Of Luke Lesson 23 – Before Pilate (A) 23:1-7 The Jews were persistent…Jesus “incited” crowds all over Judea & Galilee v. 5 When Pilate heard “Galilee” this provided him an “political out”…he would send Jesus to Herod vv. 6-7

Treatise 1 - The Gospel Of Luke Lesson 23 – Before Herod 23:8-12 Herod was glad to see Jesus…he was hoping to see a miracle (be amused) v. 8 Jesus answered nothing during Herod’s interrogation & the Jews’ charges vv. 9-10 Jesus’ silence Isa 53:7

Treatise 1 - The Gospel Of Luke Lesson 23 – Before Herod 23:8-12 Herod & his men mocked Jesus, treating Him with contempt…then sent Him back to Pilate v. 11 Herod and Pilate were “political enemies”… after “exchanging” Jesus, they became friends v. 12

Treatise 1 - The Gospel Of Luke Lesson 23 – Before Pilate (B) 23:13-25 Pilate tells the Jews of his “decision” to punish Jesus & release Him vv. 13-16 Coincide with his annual act of clemency v. 17 The Jews instead demanded the release of a known murderer & insurrectionist… Barabbas vv. 18-19

Treatise 1 - The Gospel Of Luke Lesson 23 – Before Pilate (B) 23:13-25 Pilate could not overcome the Jews’ persistence re: Jesus vv. 20-23 Pilate eventually gave in to the crowd…he “washed his hands” of the matter, released Barabbas, and delivered Jesus to be crucified vv. 24-25 cp. Mt 27:24

Treatise 1 - The Gospel Of Luke Lesson 23 – Before Pilate (B) 23:13-25 Pilate’s problem Ù a “political coward” He allowed the crowd to intimidate him and he became afraid cp. Jn 19:12, 15 It was around 6:00 a.m. Friday when Jesus stood before Pilate Jn 14

Treatise 1 - The Gospel Of Luke Lesson 23 – The Crucifixion 23:26-49 Jesus was led away to be crucified v. 26a Because He had been previously scourged, Jesus was unable to carry His own cross…Simon of Cyrene was compelled to carry Jesus’ cross v. 26b Jn 19:1

Treatise 1 - The Gospel Of Luke Lesson 23 – The Crucifixion 23:26-49 En route, Jesus observed some women weeping & lamenting for Him v. 27 Jesus tells them to save their tears vv. 28-31 Another reference to Jerusalem’s destruction Two criminals were also crucified with Jesus v. 32 cp. 22:37 Isa 53:12

Treatise 1 - The Gospel Of Luke Lesson 23 – The Crucifixion 23:26-49 At Golgotha, Jesus is crucified v. 33 It is 9:00 a.m. Friday Mk 15:25 While on the cross… Jesus manifests a forgiving spirit v. 34a The Roman soldiers cast lots for His garments v. 34b Jn 19:23-24 Psa 22:18

Treatise 1 - The Gospel Of Luke Lesson 23 – The Crucifixion 23:26-49 While on the cross… The crowd watched as the Jewish rulers came by, mocking His ability to “save” vv. 35-37 The inscription read “This Is The King Of The Jews” v. 38 Jn 19:21-22 He saved 1 of the thieves vv. 39-43 Mt 27:44

Treatise 1 - The Gospel Of Luke Lesson 23 – The Crucifixion 23:26-49 While on the cross… The anonymous “Thief On The Cross” has become the “poster child” for those who want salvation without water baptism Yes, Jesus saved him without baptism He had done similarly for others 5:20-24 7:48

Treatise 1 - The Gospel Of Luke Lesson 23 – The Crucifixion 23:26-49 While on the cross… “Unusual phenomena” occurred vv. 44-45 Darkness for the final 3 hours (Noon to 3:00 p.m.) Veil torn in two Heb 9:1-12, 23-24 10:19-20 He at last “committed His Spirit” to the Father v. 46 Psa 31:5

Treatise 1 - The Gospel Of Luke Lesson 23 – The Crucifixion 23:26-49 At Jesus’ death, the centurion on watch acknowledged His true identity v. 47 The crowds left the cross, beating their breasts v. 48 All His acquaintances (esp. the women) and believers stood nearby, watching v. 49

Treatise 1 - The Gospel Of Luke Lesson 23 – The Burial 23:50-56 Joseph, a rich council member from Arimathea, asked for His body vv. 50-52 A “good & righteous man”…he had not consented to His death Joseph laid Him in his own new tomb v. 53 Isa 53:9a

Treatise 1 - The Gospel Of Luke Lesson 23 – The Burial 23:50-56 All these events took place on Friday before sundown…the “Day Of Preparation” v. 54 The women followed to see where Joseph had buried Him…they were already planning to anoint the body with burial spices after the Sabbath was over vv. 55-56