The King's Humiliation

When have you made an urgent decision that would affect other people? How did you balance the needs of different groups affected?

Why do you think Pilate had Jesus crucified? How do we reconcile an evil action that was part of God’s plan?

What does this passage show us about Jesus’ kingship? How is it different from our conceptions of what a king should be?

Read Isaiah 53. How does the crucifixion vindicate Jesus as God’s chosen Servant? In what ways can we emulate Jesus’ sacrifice, and in what ways is it unique?

Read Matthew 16:24. What is a way you can serve others this week that costs you something (time, money, inconvenience, etc.)? Share with the group and hold one other accountable.