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John 18:31

The leaders didn't want a verdict — they wanted a death sentence. They could have punished Jesus under Jewish law, but they wanted Rome to do their killing for them. The cross required Roman execution.

Memory phrase: They wanted death, not justice.

Talk about it: Why do you think the leaders wanted Rome to execute Jesus instead of handling it themselves?

Prayer: Lord Jesus, they wanted You dead. But death could not hold You. Thank You for the resurrection.

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