Mark 15:14
"Why?" asked Pilate. "What evil has He done?" But they shouted all the louder, "Crucify Him!"
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Mark 15:14?

2. How does Pilate's question in Mark 15:14 reveal his internal conflict?

3. What does Pilate's response teach about standing for truth despite pressure?

4. How does Mark 15:14 connect to Isaiah's prophecy about the suffering servant?

5. How can we discern truth when faced with conflicting voices like Pilate?

6. What steps can we take to avoid Pilate's indecision in our faith journey?

7. Why did Pilate ask, "What evil has He done?" in Mark 15:14?

8. How does Mark 15:14 challenge the concept of justice in the Bible?

9. What historical evidence supports the events described in Mark 15:14?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 15?

11. Who killed Jesus?

12. Why does Pilate appear unusually sympathetic to Jesus when historical records describe him as ruthless?

13. What key events occur in Journey to the Cross, Part 39?

14. What key events occur in Journey to the Cross, Part 39?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Pilate's question, "What evil has He done?" challenge us to consider the nature of true justice in our own lives?

2. In what ways can we be influenced by the "crowd" in today's society, and how can we ensure our actions align with biblical truth?

3. Reflect on a time when you faced a moral dilemma similar to Pilate's. How did you respond, and what can you learn from Pilate's example?

4. How does the fulfillment of prophecy in Jesus' trial and crucifixion strengthen your faith in the reliability of Scripture?

5. What practical steps can you take to respond with grace and patience when falsely accused or misunderstood, following Jesus' example?1. What can we learn from Jesus' silence before Pilate when facing false accusations?

2. Why do you think the crowd chose to release Barabbas instead of Jesus?

3. How does the mockery Jesus endured reflect on human cruelty and prejudice?

4. Simon of Cyrene was compelled to carry Jesus' cross. How do we bear our crosses in life?

5. How might the soldiers' casting lots for Jesus' clothing inform a believer's view on indifference towards suffering?

6. How does Jesus' cry of despair on the cross deepen our understanding of His humanity and suffering?

7. What is the significance of the temple curtain being torn in two at the moment of Jesus' death?

8. How does the centurion's recognition of Jesus as the Son of God demonstrate faith born out of witnessing Jesus' endurance?

9. What can we learn from Joseph of Arimathea's act of respect and bravery?

10. How does Mark's description of Jesus' death contrast with common societal views of power and victory?

11. How might the maltreatment of Jesus inform our understanding and response to injustice and suffering today?

12. How can the compassion and help of Simon of Cyrene guide us in offering help to others?

13. How does the death of Jesus challenge our understanding of sacrifice and love?

14. In what ways do the mocking words of the bystanders at the cross reflect our own doubts and tests of faith?

15. How can the reactions of the women at the crucifixion guide us in responding to personal grief and loss?

16. How does the faith of the centurion challenge our own faith experiences?

17. In what ways can we provide dignity and respect to others like Joseph of Arimathea did for Jesus?

18. How does Mark 15 reshape our understanding of the cost of redemption?

19. What role does courage play in the actions of characters like Simon, the centurion, and Joseph of Arimathea?

20. How might the faith displayed by various characters in Mark 15 inspire us in our personal journey of faith?

Links
Mark 15:14 NIV
Mark 15:14 NLT
Mark 15:14 ESV
Mark 15:14 NASB
Mark 15:14 KJV

Mark 15:14 Commentaries

Bible Hub
Mark 15:13
Top of Page
Top of Page