“John 18: Jesus Is Betrayed and Arrested,” New Testament Seminary Student Study Guide (2003)
“John 18,” New Testament Student Study Guide
John 18
Jesus Is Betrayed and Arrested
John’s record is silent about Jesus’ suffering in Gethsemane. But it does provide important insights into Jesus’ arrest, His trial before Pilate, and Peter’s denial. It is also the only gospel that records Jesus’ trial before Annas (see John 18:19–24). Though it might appear that freedom and life were taken from Jesus, John testified that He knew “all things that should come upon him” (John 18:4). As you read the last chapters of John’s testimony, try to picture the events in your mind. Imagine you were there, and think about how you might have felt as you watched.
Other Accounts of What You Read in John 18
John 18:1–16—Matthew 26:47–58; Mark 14:43–54; Luke 22:47–55
John 18:17–18, 25–27—Matthew 26:69–75; Mark 14:66–72; Luke 22:56–62
Studying the Scriptures
Do activity A as you study John 18.
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Write a Newspaper Report
Read John 18:1–13 as if you were a reporter for a local newspaper. Write a news article using the following questions as a guideline:
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What headline would you use to catch the eye of readers?
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In what way was the Savior in control of the situation?
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What do you want your readers to know about this event?
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