Behold The Man
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In this powerful Easter-focused sermon from Unity Missionary Baptist Church, the pastor delivers a stirring exhortation on the significance of Christ's crucifixion, centering on the pivotal moment when Pilate declares, 'Behold the man.' The message weaves together historical, theological, and personal reflections, emphasizing that Jesus was not only innocent but also the perfect substitute for sinners—like Barabbas, and like each of us. The sermon unpacks the physical agony of the cross, the spiritual weight of substitution, and the profound truth of Christ’s sinless perfection, even under intense scrutiny over 2,000 years. It highlights the transformation of secret disciples like Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus, who, after beholding Jesus in his suffering, became bold witnesses. The pastor challenges listeners to move beyond religious tradition and hypocrisy, urging them to see Jesus clearly and respond with faith, courage, and devotion—especially in a world that mocks and ignores Him. The sermon culminates in a call to personal repentance and evangelism, rooted in the finished work of Christ on the cross.
Jesus was the perfect substitute—taking the punishment meant for sinners like Barabbas and all of us.
Behold the man means to gaze deeply, not just look; it calls for spiritual sight and reverence.
Christ’s sinlessness is proven by history, Scripture, and even skeptical scrutiny over centuries.
The cross transforms fear into boldness—Joseph and Nicodemus went from hiding to public service.
The phrase 'It is finished' means our salvation is complete; no works or merit can add to it.
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The Call to Behold the Man
“Behold the man. That's what I want to preach on tonight.”
The Injustice of Jesus' Trial
“There's never been a worse trial.”
Jesus as Substitute for Barabbas
“We are Barabbas tonight. I am Barabbas. I deserve to die.”
The Sinless Deity of Christ
“They've been trying to pick him apart and pick him apart. But you know what? Something's funny. The harder they try, the more the fact they prove there was no fault in him.”
The Physical Suffering of the Cross
“They thought they were beating him. They were really beating our sins.”
“We are Barabbas tonight. I am Barabbas. I deserve to die.”
“Behold the man. That's what I want to preach on tonight.”
“They thought they were beating him. They were really beating our sins.”
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