Gospel Outreach International

This Bible study on John chapter 19 explores the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, examining the cruelty inflicted upon the innocent Lamb of God, the seven statements Christ made from the cross, and the profound truth that no earthly authority could touch Him without divine permission. Through careful analysis of all four gospels, we discover how each statement from the cross fulfills Old Testament prophecy and demonstrates Christ’s complete awareness and control even in His suffering, ultimately revealing the finished work of salvation.

Then he said to the disciple, “Behold, your mother!” And from that hour the disciple took her to his own home. John 19:27

• The study covers John 19 with the outline: cruelty to the innocent, casual introduction, the cry to crucify, condemned for nothing, the crucifixion itself, and confidence and care for others
• Seven statements of Christ on the cross are recorded across three gospels (Matthew, Luke, and John), with notably no statements recorded in Mark
• The Roman scourging was brutal, using whips with flints or iron pieces that could strip flesh to the bone
• Pilate repeatedly declared Christ innocent, finding no fault in Him, yet still ordered His torture and crucifixion
• Christ maintained full mental capacity throughout the crucifixion, deliberately ensuring all prophecy was fulfilled
• The phrase “It is finished” signifies the complete payment of the redemption price for sin
• Christ demonstrated practical care for His mother by entrusting her to John’s care even while dying
• No earthly authority had power over Jesus unless given from above by God
• The Jewish leaders had fallen so far they declared allegiance to Caesar over God, saying “we have no king but Caesar”
• True Christianity is described as an intense personal relationship with God found only in Christ, not mere religion

After this, Jesus, knowing that all was now finished, said (to fulfill the Scripture), “I thirst.” John 19:28

Looking at this crucifixion account, what strikes us perhaps most is how even in His darkest hour, Jesus never stopped caring about people. He made sure His mum would be looked after, He forgave those who were killing Him, and He stayed completely aware of what He was doing right to the end. That phrase “It is finished” isn’t a defeated gasp—it’s a victory shout. The debt’s paid in full, mate. Jesus knew exactly what He came to do, and He did it perfectly. From calling Him “the Lamb of God” to seeing Him actually sacrifice Himself for us, it all comes together beautifully. The cross wasn’t just about suffering—it was about Jesus completing the Father’s plan so we could have that personal relationship with God. When you really survey that wondrous cross, as the old hymn says, you realize the Prince of Glory didn’t just die—He won.

Bible References

• John 19:
• Psalm 22:1
• Psalm 31:5
• Psalm 69:2
• Matthew 27:46
• Luke 23:34
• Luke 23:43
• Luke 23:46
• John 19:27
• John 19:28
• John 19:30
• Psalm 61