45 Days To Read The Gospel Challenge – The Gospel of Matthew Chapter 27: Jesus Christ – The King of the Jews and the Crucifixion: The Potters Field

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Overview of The Gospel of Matthew

The Gospel of Matthew was written by the apostle Matthew, one of Jesus’ twelve disciples. Matthew was a former tax collector, called by Jesus to follow Him. His Gospel is believed to have been written between 50-70 AD, and it is the first book in the New Testament, even though it may not have been the first Gospel written. Matthew’s account emphasizes that Jesus is the promised Messiah and King, fulfilling the Old Testament prophecies.

Matthew’s Gospel begins with a genealogy that traces Jesus’ lineage back to Abraham and King David, highlighting Jesus’ royal and Jewish heritage. It then moves into the story of Jesus’ miraculous birth, His baptism by John the Baptist, and the start of His ministry.

Mary and her husband Joseph were both from the lineage of King David. Matthew 1:17 “So all the generations from Abraham to David are fourteen generations, and from David until the carrying away into Babylon are fourteen generations, and from the carrying away into Babylon unto Christ are fourteen generations.” Matthew tells of a prophetic word that told of Jesus’ birth.

Matthew 1:23 “Behold, a virgin shall be with child and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us.” It is interesting to note that Joseph wanted to divorce Mary quietly because of her pregnancy. But an angel came to him and verified that Mary was pregnant by the Holy Ghost. Therefore, Joseph stayed married to Mary and did not consummate the marriage until Jesus Christ was born.

Note: Jesus Christ is a name translated in the English versions. It is accepted by God. For this purpose these studies are on the English speaking version. Philippians 2:9 KJV “Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him and given him a name which is above every name:”

There are many names people call Jesus but it is only one name to be saved by. If you mispronounce other names (thinking that is the original name) then you are not calling on the Lord.

It is known that what we pronounce today is not the way it was pronounced then. Develop a personal relationship with the Lord and you will know he answers to the name name Jesus Christ (the blood sacrifice). He is the God of the living. Psalms 100:3 KJV ³Know ye that the Lord He is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.

The Gospel of Matthew is known for including many of Jesus’ key teachings, such as the Sermon on the Mount, where He teaches about love, humility, prayer, and the Kingdom of God. Throughout the Gospel, Jesus performs miracles, heals the sick, and casts out demons, showing His divine authority.

Matthew also places a strong emphasis on Jesus’ role as a teacher and the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies. He frequently references the Scriptures to show how Jesus’ life and mission align with what was foretold about the Messiah. The Gospel also includes Jesus’ parables, teachings on discipleship, and warnings about the final judgment.

The story of Jesus’ crucifixion, death, and resurrection is the heart of the Gospel. Matthew ends with the Great Commission, where Jesus commands His disciples to go and make disciples of all nations, spreading the message of salvation.

In summary, the Gospel of Matthew presents Jesus as the promised Messiah, the fulfillment of God’s promises, and the King of all nations, whose life, death, and resurrection bring salvation to the world.

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People call Jesus by many praise names, but only one name is called upon for salvation by English speaking people and that is Jesus Christ. If you mispronounce other names thinking they are the original, you might not be calling on the Lord.

Language has changed over time, but when you have a personal relationship with Jesus, you will know that the name Jesus Christ, the Savior is accepted by God. The Holy spirit bears witness. Jesus gave His life for us. Psalm 100:3 reminds us, “Know ye that the Lord, He is God: it is He that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are His people, and the sheep of His pasture.”

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45 Days To Read The Gospel Challenge – The Gospel of Matthew Chapter 27: The King of the Jews and the Crucifixion

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OVERVIEW OF THE GOSPEL OF MATTHEW CHAPTER TWENTY-SEVEN

In Matthew 27, we follow the final events leading up to Jesus’ crucifixion, death, and burial. This chapter includes key moments such as Jesus being handed over to Pontius Pilate, the governor, and the release of Barabbas.

We also witness the crown of thorns placed on Jesus’ head, His crucifixion at Golgotha, and His final words on the cross. After His death, Jesus is placed in a sepulcher (a stone tomb) that is sealed and guarded. This lesson provides an overview of Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice for the sins of humanity.

Jesus is handed over to Pontius Pilate by the chief priests and elders, who seek His death. Judas, who betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver, is filled with guilt and hangs himself, fulfilling the prophecy of the Field of Blood.

^{Matthew 27: 9-9-10}Then was fulfilled that which was spoken by Jeremy the prophet, saying, And they took the thirty pieces of silver, the price of him that was valued, whom they of the children of Israel did value; ¹⁰And gave them to buy the potter’s field, as the Lord appointed me.

Note: The potter’s field is named the “Field of Blood” because it was bought with the money Judas returned for betraying Jesus. It was called “blood” money.

Pilate’s wife sends a message to her husband, warning him about a troubling dream she had concerning Jesus. Despite this, Pilate allows the crowd to choose between releasing Jesus or Barabbas, a known criminal. The crowd, influenced by the chief priests, chooses Barabbas (a nmurder), and Pilate washes his hands, symbolizing that he is not responsible for Jesus’ death.

Jesus is mocked by the soldiers, who place a crown of thorns on His head and call Him the “King of the Jews.” They lead Him to Golgotha (also called Calvary), where He is crucified between two criminals. One of the criminals mocks Jesus, while the other asks for mercy, and Jesus promises the one who asks for mercy a place in paradise.

Note: Politics played a large role in Jesus being crucified. Caesar Augustus was the Roman emperor over Pilate, the governor.

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Objectives for Chapter 27 -The Gospel of Matthew. What you will learn:

You will understand how Jesus was handed over to Pontius Pilate and why this event is significant.

You will learn why Judas hanged himself and how it fulfilled the prophecy of the Field of Blood.

You will explore Pilate’s wife’s dream about Jesus and the message she sent to her husband.

You will learn why Pilate released Barabbas and allowed Jesus to be crucified.

You will understand the significance of Jesus being crowned with thorns and the title given to Him.

You will study the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and how it fulfills prophecy.

You will learn about Jesus’ death, including His final words on the cross.

You will understand the details of Jesus’ burial and the placement of His body in the sepulcher.

Outline for Chapter 27 of the Gospel of Matthew

1. Jesus is delivered to Pilate.

2. Judas hangs himself.

3. The message of Pilate’s wife.

4. Pilate releases Barabbas and delivers Jesus to be crucified.

5. Jesus is crowned with thorns,

6. Jesus is crucified

7. Jesus dies and is buried.

8. The sepulcher made sure.

Reflection and Discussion: Something to think about.

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In Matthew 27, we see how Jesus endured suffering, rejection, and ultimately death on the cross. Reflect on the significance of Jesus’ sacrifice. How does understanding the pain and betrayal He faced impact your personal faith and relationship with God? How might His example of forgiveness and obedience influence your actions toward others?

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Objectives for Chapter 27 -The Gospel of Matthew. What you will learn:

1. Jesus delivered to Pilate. Matthew 27: 1-2 KJV

¹When the morning came, all the chief priests and elders of the people took counsel against Jesus to put him to death:

²And when they had bound him, they led him away, and delivered him to Pontius Pilate the governor.

2. Judas hangs himself. Matthew 27: 3-10 KJV

³Then Judas, which had betrayed him, when he saw that he was condemned, repented himself and brought again the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and elders,

⁴Saying, I have sinned in that I have betrayed the innocent blood. And they said, What is that to us? see thou to that.

⁵And he cast down the pieces of silver in the temple, and departed, and went and hanged himself.

⁶And the chief priests took the silver pieces, and said, It is not lawful for to put them into the treasury, because it is the price of blood.

⁷And they took counsel, and bought with them the potter’s field, to bury strangers in.

⁸Wherefore that field was called, The field of blood, unto this day.

⁹Then was fulfilled that which was spoken by Jeremy the prophet, saying, And they took the thirty pieces of silver, the price of him that was valued, whom they of the children of Israel did value;

¹⁰And gave them for the potter’s field, as the Lord appointed me.

¹¹And Jesus stood before the governor: and the governor asked him, saying, Art thou the King of the Jews? And Jesus said unto him, Thou sayest.

¹²And when he was accused of the chief priests and elders, he answered nothing.

3. The message of Pilate’s wife. Matthew 27:19 KJV

19 “When he (Pilate) was set down on the judgment seat, his wife sent unto him, saying, Have thou nothing to do with that just man:

for I have suffered many things this day in a dream because of him.”

4. Pilate releases Barabbas and delivers Jesus to be crucified. Matthew 27: 13-26 KJV

¹³Then said Pilate unto him, Hears thou not how many things they witness against thee?

¹⁴And he answered him to never a word; insomuch that the governor marveled greatly.

¹⁵Now at that feast the governor was wont to release unto the people a prisoner, whom they would.

¹⁶And they had then a notable prisoner, called Barabbas.

¹⁷Therefore when they were gathered together, Pilate said unto them, Whom will ye that I release unto you? Barabbas, or Jesus which is called Christ?

¹⁸For he knew that for envy they had delivered him.

¹⁹When he was set down on the judgment seat, his wife sent unto him, saying, Have thou nothing to do with that just man: for I have suffered many things this day in a dream because of him.

²⁰But the chief priests and elders persuaded the multitude that they should ask Barabbas, and destroy Jesus.

²¹The governor answered and said unto them, Whether of the twain will ye that I release unto you? They said, Barabbas.

²²Pilate saith unto them, What shall I do then with Jesus which is called Christ? They all say unto him, Let him be crucified.

²³And the governor said, Why, what evil hath he done? But they cried out the more, saying, Let him be crucified.

²⁴When Pilate saw that he could prevail nothing, but that rather a tumult was made, he took water, and washed his hands before the multitude, saying, I am innocent of the blood of this just person: see ye to it.

²⁵Then answered all the people, and said, His blood be on us, and on our children.

²⁶Then released he Barabbas unto them: and when he had scourged Jesus, he delivered him to be crucified.

5. Jesus is crowned with thorns. Matthew 27: 27-32 KJV

²⁷Then the soldiers of the governor took Jesus into the common hall and gathered unto him the whole band of soldiers.

²⁸And they stripped him and put on him a scarlet robe.

²⁹And when they had platted a crown of thorns, they put it upon his head, and a reed in his right hand: and they bowed the knee before him, and mocked him, saying, Hail, King of the Jews!

³⁰And they spit upon him, and took the reed, and smote him on the head.

³¹And after that they had mocked him, they took the robe off from him, and put his own raiment on him, and led him away to crucify him.

³²And as they came out, they found a man of Cyrene, Simon by name: him they compelled to bear his cross.

³³And when they came unto a place called Golgotha, that is to say, a place of a skull,

6. Jesus is crucified. Matthew 27: 32-45 KJV

³³And when they came unto a place called Golgotha, that is to say, a place of a skull,

³⁴They gave him vinegar to drink mingled with gall: and when he had tasted thereof, he would not drink.

³⁵And they crucified him, and parted his garments, casting lots: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophet, They parted my garments among them, and upon my vesture did they cast lots.

³⁶And sitting down they watched him there;

³⁷And set up over his head his accusation written, THIS IS JESUS THE KING OF THE JEWS.

³⁸Then were there two thieves crucified with him, one on the right hand, and another on the left.

³⁹And they that passed by reviled him, wagging their heads,

⁴⁰And saying, Thou that destroys the temple, and builds it in three days, save thyself. If thou be the Son of God, come down from the cross.

⁴¹Likewise also the chief priests mocking him, with the scribes and elders, said,

⁴²He saved others; himself he cannot save. If he is the King of Israel, let him now come down from the cross, and we will believe him.

⁴³He trusted in God; let him deliver him now if he will have him: for he said, I am the Son of God.

⁴⁴The thieves also, which were crucified with him, cast the same in his teeth.

⁴⁵Now from the sixth hour there was darkness over all the land unto the ninth hour.

7. Jesus dies and is buried. Matthew 27: 46-54 KJV

⁴⁶And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? that is to say, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?

⁴⁷Some of them that stood there, when they heard that, said, This man calleth for Elias.

⁴⁸And straightway one of them ran, and took a sponge, and filled it with vinegar, and put it on a reed, and gave him to drink.

⁴⁹The rest said, Let be, let us see whether Elias will come to save him.

⁵⁰Jesus, when he had cried again with a loud voice, yielded up the ghost.

⁵¹And, behold, the veil of the temple was rent in twain from the top to the bottom, and the earth did quake, and the rocks rent;

⁵²And the graves were opened; and many bodies of the saints which slept arose,

⁵³And came out of the graves after his resurrection, and went into the holy city, and appeared unto many.

⁵⁴Now when the centurion, and they that were with him, watching Jesus, saw the earthquake, and those things that were done, they feared greatly, saying, Truly this was the Son of God.

8. The sepulcher made sure. Matthew 27: 55-65 KJV

⁵⁵And many women were there beholding afar off, which followed Jesus from Galilee, ministering unto him:

⁵⁶Among which was Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James and Joses, and the mother of Zebedee’s children.

⁵⁷When the even was come, there came a rich man of Arimathaea, named Joseph, who also himself was Jesus’ disciple:

⁵⁸He went to Pilate and begged the body of Jesus. Then Pilate commanded the body to be delivered.

⁵⁹And when Joseph had taken the body, he wrapped it in a clean linen cloth,

⁶⁰And laid it in his own new tomb, which he had hewn out in the rock: and he rolled a great stone to the door of the sepulcher, and departed.

⁶¹And there was Mary Magdalene, and the other Mary, sitting over against the sepulcher.

⁶²Now the next day, that followed the day of the preparation, the chief priests and Pharisees came together unto Pilate,

⁶³Saying, Sir, we remember that that deceiver said, while he was yet alive, After three days I will rise again.

⁶⁴Command therefore that the sepulcher is made sure until the third day, lest his disciples come by night, and steal him away, and say unto the people, He is risen from the dead: so the last error shall be worse than the first.

⁶⁵Pilate said unto them, Ye have a watch: go your way, make it as sure as ye can.

⁶⁶So they went and made the sepulcher sure, sealing the stone, and setting a watch.

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Call to salvation:

John 3:16 “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”

Romans 10:9-10 9That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. 10For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness, and with the mouth, confession is made unto salvation.

John 3:5-6 5Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God. 6That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is the Spirit.