The Last Gospel: A Survey of John - John 18 – Barabbas

April 26, 2026

Pastor Nate Roschen

A mercy of God was baked into the Jewish law concerning prisoners at Passover. They had a custom of releasing one prisoner. One individual would be set free, their actions forgiven, their crimes reprieved. The choice was presented to the people again that year. Who do you want to see freed? Jesus, the healer, friend of sinners? Or Barabbas, conspirator – leader of uprisings? And the crowds chose – Barabbas. What does their choice reveal to us today? Does this choice, one of many on the way to the cross – have relevance for us as we consider the choices we make in our lives around allegiance, hope, and desire? Join us as we explore this choice of Barabbas – and what it means for us today! --Pastor Nate Roschen