1. What is the meaning of John 18:40?

2. Why did the crowd choose Barabbas over Jesus in John 18:40?

3. How does choosing Barabbas reflect human nature's rejection of righteousness?

4. What Old Testament prophecies align with the events in John 18:40?

5. How can we ensure we choose Christ over worldly desires in daily life?

6. What does Barabbas's release teach about God's plan for redemption through Jesus?

7. Why did the crowd choose Barabbas over Jesus in John 18:40?

8. What does Barabbas symbolize in the context of John 18:40?

9. How does John 18:40 reflect human nature and decision-making?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from John 18?

11. Who was Barabbas in the Bible?

12. Who killed Jesus?

13. Did Jesus rise from the dead on the third day?

14. What does the Bible say about laying on hands?1. What does the choice of Barabbas over Jesus reveal about human nature and the influence of societal pressures?

2. How does the release of Barabbas illustrate the concept of substitutionary atonement in the Christian faith?

3. In what ways can we see the influence of the crowd in today's society, and how can we stand firm in our convictions?

4. How does Pilate's role in this event challenge us to consider the responsibilities and pressures of leadership?

5. Reflect on a time when you had to make a difficult choice between following Christ and succumbing to external pressures. What did you learn from that experience?1. What does Jesus' response to His arrest teach us about handling situations of conflict or injustice?

2. How does Peter's denial of Jesus challenge you in your personal faith journey?

3. What can we learn from Jesus' boldness and honesty during His trials?

4. How does Jesus' assertion that His kingdom is not of this world shape your understanding of His mission?

5. How does the fulfillment of Jesus' prophecy about Peter's denial demonstrate Jesus' knowledge of human nature?

6. How can the crowd's choice of Barabbas over Jesus be seen in today's society?

7. In what ways can you identify with Peter's denial in your own life?

8. What does it mean to belong to the truth, as Jesus states in His dialogue with Pilate?

9. How does Jesus' surrender to arrest show His love and protection for His disciples?

10. How does Jesus' approach to His trials model faith and courage for you in your trials?

11. What does Judas' betrayal teach us about the consequences of turning away from Jesus?

12. How can you apply Jesus' boldness in speaking the truth in your life?

13. How can we respond when we, like Peter, have failed in our commitment to Christ?

14. How does the crowd's choice of Barabbas over Jesus reflect the world's rejection of Christ and what can we do to counter this?

15. How does Jesus’ fulfillment of His prophecy about His disciples not being lost during His arrest demonstrate His care for us?

16. How does the event of Jesus' trials challenge your understanding of fairness and justice?

17. How does Jesus' declaration of His otherworldly kingdom influence your perspective on earthly and heavenly priorities?

18. In what ways can we see Peter's denial of Jesus being reflected in today's society?

19. How does Jesus' statement to Pilate about everyone on the side of truth listening to Him challenge your own commitment to truth?

20. In light of Jesus' trials and Peter's denial, how can you show your commitment to Jesus in difficult times?

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