What Will You Do With Jesus? | Sermon

📘 Short Summary / Outline

Today we look at Pontius Pilate, a man caught between truth, pressure, fear, and responsibility. His brief encounter with Jesus reveals the same decision every person must make: What will you do with Jesus?

1. Pilate Recognized the Truth

(John 18:38; John 19:4; Matthew 27:18)

Pilate knew Jesus was innocent. He recognized truth—but recognition is not the same as faith. Many today acknowledge Jesus without surrendering to Him.

2. Pilate Resisted the Decision

(Luke 23:6–7; John 18:39; Luke 23:22; John 18:37–38)

Instead of acting on what he knew, Pilate tried to avoid responsibility. He stalled, shifted blame, and looked for a way out. Many still resist the decision Jesus calls them to make.

3. Pilate Relinquished Jesus to the Crowd

(John 19:12; Matthew 27:24)

Under pressure, Pilate handed Jesus over. The decision was still his. Eventually, every person must decide what to do with Jesus—no one else can choose for us.

Pilate’s Tragedy:

- He recognized the truth.

- He resisted the decision.

- He relinquished Jesus to the crowd.

Your Invitation:

- Will you receive the truth?

- Will you respond today?

- Will you represent Him this week?

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