Notes from Lecture on Jesus's Trial as Coronation

Introduction

• Discussion on the significance of Jesus's trial, beating, whipping, and crucifixion.
• These events viewed as a coronation for Jesus as King.

Jesus's Coronation

• Coronation Rituals:
  • Kings undergo specific coronation rituals when taking office.
  • The Bible presents Jesus's trial as His coronation.

Key Scripture: John 19:1-13

• Jesus's Scourging:
  • Pilate scourged Jesus, which is part of the coronation process.
• Crowning with Thorns:
  • Soldiers mockingly place a crown of thorns on Jesus's head, signifying royalty.
  • Purple robe symbolizes kingship.
  • Soldiers hail Him as the "King of the Jews."

The Mocking and Its Significance

• Mocking by Soldiers:
  • They did not realize they were fulfilling God's plan by crowning Jesus.
• Jews' Accusations:
  • Jews claim Jesus deserves death for claiming to be the Son of God.

Dialogue Between Pilate and Jesus

• Pilate's Authority:
  • Pilate questions Jesus's silence, asserts he has power over Him.
• Jesus's Response:
  • Jesus asserts Pilate's power comes from above; thus, Caiaphas holds greater sin for delivering Him.

Pilate's Dilemma

• Pressure from Jews:
  • Jews threaten Pilate by stating releasing Jesus would mean not being a friend of Caesar.
• Judgment Seat:
  • Pilate brings Jesus to the Judgment seat (Gabbatha).
  • Ambiguous if "sat down" refers to Pilate or Jesus.
  • Possible interpretation: Jesus is being symbolically seated on the Judgment seat, relating to His authority.

Connection to Other Scriptures

• Bea:
  • The term "Judgment seat" in John 19:13 is the same as in 2 Corinthians 5:10, referring to the Judgment seat of Christ.
• Importance of understanding this connection to grasp the depth of Jesus's coronation.

Conclusion

• Jesus's trial and suffering were His unique way of being crowned as King through humility and sacrifice.
• The implication for believers: sharing in Christ's sufferings is part of reigning with Him.