Sermons on John 18:39:

Pilate The Procurator – A Double Minded Psychopath - Part 1 Of 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 13, 2022

Jesus was brought before a very evil man who was supposed to uphold the Roman law but compromised. It was Pilate a man who freely murdered. This message examines that man, one of the Characters of John’s Gospel, and draws several lessons from the account.

PILATE THE PROCURATOR – A DOUBLE MINDED PSYCHOPATH - PART 1 THE CHARACTERS OF JOHN’S GOSPEL PART A. To understand the man better we will start with some secular history:- FROM DON STEWART “Pontius Pilate was the prefect of Judea from A.D. 27 to 37, and sentenced Jesus to death by ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-40, John 8:31-32, John 14:6, John 16:13-14, Matthew 27:19, John 19:1-3, Exodus 10:21-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Five Challenges With Finding The Truth Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 9, 2022

Pilate's iconic "What is truth?" question is the centerpiece of a passage that highlights several of the ways that we struggle with truth in our lives.

PILATE ASKS A GREAT QUESTION: “What is truth?” - John 18:38a. - Many ways to take it: sincere, sneering, lost, confused. - But at the end of the day, it is an essential question. - It’s not enough to be sincere in our beliefs, we need to sincerely believe something that’s true. - What about ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-40

Denomination: Baptist

Encounter Three. The High Priest And Pontius Pilate. (Includes Discussion Questions At The End) Series

Contributed by Paul Hardy on May 3, 2022

To encounter Jesus is to find the truth people are seeking! We must learn to listen to, walk in and practice THE TRUTH.

THE HIGH PRIEST AND PONTIUS PILATE What is the main idea of the message? We must learn to listen to, walk in and practice THE TRUTH. Jesus washed his disciple’s feet in love and compassion. Pilate washed his hands in disdain and rejection. Truth. noun, 'trüth, plural truths\ ...read more

Scripture: John 18:19-24, John 18:28-31, John 18:33-37, John 18:38-40, John 19:1-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus On Trial Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Mar 16, 2026

Americans have a separation of powers in our republic, but this was not the case with Roman law. Caesar placed his all-powerful rule in the hands of the governor, who had Rome’s full authority to execute someone.

In the weeks leading up to Easter, Christians the world over spend time thinking about the meaning of the death of Jesus Christ. We are going to be spending our weeks looking at what the gospel writer John says about the last hours of Jesus’ life. This is the worst night in Jesus’ life. Jesus is ...read more

Scripture: John 18:19-40

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Truth? Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 19, 2026

This message explores the nature of truth, revealing that Jesus Christ is the ultimate truth and the foundation for life.

WHAT IS TRUTH? By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 18:28-40 Key Verse: “Pilate saith unto him, What is truth? And when he had said this, he went out again unto the Jews, and saith unto them, I find in him no fault at all.” (John 18:38) Supporting Texts: John 14:6; John 17:17; Psalm 119:160; ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-40

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Truth Is Whatever You Want It To Be Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Jul 24, 2025

The world says truth is fluid, but God says truth is fixed.

### Introduction: The Red Balloon and the Culture of Subjective Truth Each week in this series we’ve let culture speak first — and then we’ve asked, ‘What does God say?’ Today I want to show you a short, funny little sketch that captures our cultural moment about as well as anything I’ve seen. ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-40, Judges 21:25, John 14:6, 2 Timothy 4:3-4, Colossians 4:6, Ephesians 4:11-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Before Pilate Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Feb 20, 2025

Looking at the trial of Jesus and what it shows us and teaches us about our great God

Title: Jesus Before Pilate Text: John 18:28-40 This morning, we’re going to be looking at John chapter 18, verses 28 through 40. And I want you to keep in mind what I mentioned to you last Sunday – how a lot of what we’ll be seeing in this narrative of Jesus on trial, sounds very similar to the ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-40, Exodus 12:18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Born To Be King Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Feb 28, 2025

As Jesus stood before Pontius Pilate He was asked if He was a king. Jesus is the King of kings, and Lord of lords, but His kingdom is not of this world. It is a kingdom of truth, and those who would be part of it must love the truth.

Title: Born to be King Text: John 18:33-40 Now if you remember from last time, Jesus is on trial before Pontius Pilate. The Chief Priests and Pharisees have had a sham of a trial, and they accused Jesus of blasphemy… They want Him dead, but they don’t want to be the ones to kill Him because ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-40, 2 Thessalonians 2:9-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus Cancels Your Debt Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 30, 2025

Have you ever been in debt?

Title: Jesus Cancels Your Debt Intro: Have you ever been in debt? Scriptures: Isaiah 52:13-53:12, Hebrews 4:14-16; Hebrews 5:7-9, John 18:1-40, John 19:1-42. Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, "When Jesus had received the sour wine, he said, 'It is finished,' and he bowed ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-40, John 19:1-42

Denomination: Other

Jesús Cancela Tu Deuda Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Apr 1, 2025

¿Alguna vez has estado endeudado?

Título: Jesús cancela tu deuda Introducción: ¿Alguna vez has estado endeudado? Escrituras: Isaías 52:13-53:12, Hebreos 4:14-16; Hebreos 5:7-9, Juan 18: 1-40, Juan 19:1-42. Reflexión Queridos hermanos y hermanas: Cuando Jesús hubo tomado el vinagre, dijo: ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-40, John 19:1-42

Denomination: Other

Kinansela Ni Jesus Ang Iyong Utang Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Apr 1, 2025

Nabaon ka na ba sa utang?

Pamagat: Kinansela ni Jesus ang Iyong Utang Intro: Nabaon ka na ba sa utang? Mga Banal na Kasulatan: Isaias 52:13-53:12, Hebreo 4:14-16; Hebreo 5:7-9, Juan 18: 1-40, Juan 19:1-42. Pagninilay Mahal na mga kapatid na babae at kapatid, "Nang matanggap ni Jesus ang maasim na alak, sinabi ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-40, John 19:1-42

Denomination: Other

Dying On A Cross Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 16, 2025

Today we must give thanks for the gift of Jesus. His self-giving knew no limits and doesn’t stop giving even now.

Good Friday 2025 I’ve frequently thought that the best approach to a homily for Good Friday would be to stand and look at the biggest cross or crucifix and focus on the pain and torment Jesus underwent two thousand years ago. I’ll encourage you to do that sometime in the next couple of days before ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:13-15, Isaiah 53:1-12, Hebrews 4:14-16, Hebrews 5:7-9, John 19:1-42, John 18:1-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Kingdom Of Culture Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores the conflict between religious and political power as seen in John 18:28-39, where Pilate must decide whether to execute Jesus, a decision that pits his Roman authority against the Jewish leaders and their religious kingdom.

The year was 1776 and the American colonies were in the midst of a revolution. The colonists had declared their independence from Great Britain and were now in a fight for their freedom. John Adams was a lawyer and a politician. He was also one of the most influential people in the fight for ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-39

Topics: Kingdom Collision, Faith And Culture, Decision Consequences

Sermon Series: King Of All Kingdoms