John 18:19 - 40

Jesus endures three trials, each of questionable nature. After being interrogated by Annas, He is sent to Caiaphas, then Pilate (other gospels tell us of a visit to Herod, too). During each proceeding, Jesus firmly stands on the truth of what He has taught and done. There is no accusation brought against Him that amounts to any punishable crime. Nevertheless, the leaders are determined to have Jesus executed. Pilate, the Roman proconsul, seeks to have Jesus released, but the will of the crowd is to put Jesus to death.