After Jesus is arrested, Peter follows behind and ultimately denies knowing Jesus three times, fulfilling Jesus' prediction. Jesus is then mocked and beaten as He faces the council. Jesus stands before Pilate and Herod, facing false accusations and mockery. Despite finding no guilt in Him, Pilate succumbs to the crowd's demands and sentences Jesus to be crucified. Jesus is led to Golgotha, where He is crucified alongside two criminals. As He endures the agony of the cross, Jesus asks forgiveness for His executioners and promises paradise to the repentant thief.

The Rev. Ben Dose, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Algona, IA and St. John Lutheran Church in Burt, IA, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study Luke 22:55-23.

The Gospel of Luke, filled with rich narratives and detailed accounts, offers an inspired and historical perspective on the life and teachings of Jesus. Emphasizing Jesus’ concern for the poor, outcasts, and social justice, this Gospel narrates parables and miracles that underscore the theme of God’s salvation for all people. Luke’s account is unique in its inclusion of the birth of John the Baptist, the parable of the Good Samaritan, and the story of the Prodigal Son, culminating in a vivid portrayal of Jesus’ death and resurrection, affirming the universal offer of redemption. This Gospel serves as an invitation to understand the depth of God’s love and the breadth of His grace extended to humanity through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus.