“Not This Man, But Barabbas!”
📖 John 18:33–40

As Pontius Pilate presents Jesus before the crowd, asking if they wish for Him to be released, the response is chilling: “Not this man, but Barabbas!” In this week’s message, we take a closer look at Barabbas—the insurrectionist, the murderer, the man who walked free. But Barabbas is more than a footnote in the Passion narrative. He is, in many ways, us.

Through this powerful sermon, we confront the hard truth: that Christ takes our place—not just theoretically, but historically and eternally. Barabbas went free because Jesus did not. And by that same substitution, so do we.

🔑 Key Takeaways
• Barabbas reminds us of the depth of our sin—and the greater depth of Christ’s love.
• Jesus is the true King, even when rejected by the world.
• Our freedom is not earned, but given through Christ crucified.

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Have you ever seen yourself in Barabbas? What does it mean to you that Christ took your place? Share your thoughts and let us know how the Gospel has impacted your life.

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