Congregational Pulpit John 19:5 Then came Jesus forth, wearing the crown of thorns, and the purple robe. And Pilate said to them, Behold the man! The hour of the Saviour's sufferings was come — Judas had betrayed Him — His disciples forsaken Him — His enemies apprehended Him — but Pilate seeks to release Him; hence the scene before us. Let us inquire — I. WHAT WE SHALL BEHOLD IN THE MAN CHRIST JESUS. 1. The perfection of purity, meekness, and benevolence. 2. An amazing work for the redemption of mankind. 3. The boundlessness of the Father's grace. II. THE PURPOSES FOR WHICH WE ARE TO BEHOLD THE MAN CHRIST JESUS. 1. That our hearts may be melted into contrition. 2. That wavering faith may be established. 3. That Christian principle may conquer carnal policy. 4. That love may be cherished towards all His followers. 5. That believers may be comforted in suffering and in death. (Congregational Pulpit.) Parallel Verses KJV: Then came Jesus forth, wearing the crown of thorns, and the purple robe. And Pilate saith unto them, Behold the man! |
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