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6001 The Story of Jesus, p. 134.5 (Ellen Gould White)

Pilate saw that something must be done. It was customary at the feast of the Passover to set at liberty one prisoner, whom the people might choose. The Roman …

6002 The Story of Jesus, p. 135.5 (Ellen Gould White)

They spit upon Him, and some wicked hand snatched the reed that had been placed in His hand, and struck the crown upon His brow, forcing the thorns into His temples, and sending the blood trickling down His face and beard.

6004 The Story of Jesus, p. 136.5 (Ellen Gould White)

Among the beholders there were some who sympathized with Jesus. Even the priests and rulers were convicted that He was what He claimed to be. But they would …

6005 The Story of Jesus, p. 137.5 (Ellen Gould White)

“When Pilate saw that he could prevail nothing, but that rather a tumult was made, he took water, and washed his hands before the multitude, saying,

6006 The Story of Jesus, p. 138.5 (Ellen Gould White)

Literally was this fulfilled upon themselves in the fearful scenes of the destruction of Jerusalem, about forty years later.

6007 The Story of Jesus, p. 139.5 (Ellen Gould White)

The sons of Simon were disciples of Jesus, but he himself had not accepted the Saviour. Simon was ever after grateful for the privilege of bearing the cross …

6008 The Story of Jesus, p. 141.5 (Ellen Gould White)

She saw His hands stretched upon the cross—those hands that had ever been reached out to bless the suffering. The hammer and the nails were brought, and as the …

6009 The Story of Jesus, p. 142.5 (Ellen Gould White)

As soon as Christ was nailed to the cross, it was lifted by strong men, and with great violence thrust into the place prepared for it. This caused intense suffering to the Son of God.

6010 The Story of Jesus, p. 143.5 (Ellen Gould White)

“He saved others; Himself He cannot save. If He be the King of Israel, let Him now come down from the cross, and we will believe Him. He trusted in God; let Him deliver …

6011 The Story of Jesus, p. 143.8 (Ellen Gould White)

“He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon Him; and with His stripes we are healed.” Isaiah 53:5 .

6012 The Story of Jesus, p. 146.5 (Ellen Gould White)

In the meantime the darkness had settled over Jerusalem and the plains of Judea. As all eyes were turned in the direction of the fated city, they saw the fierce lightnings of God’s wrath directed toward it.

6013 The Story of Jesus, p. 147.5 (Ellen Gould White)

Satan was defeated, and knew that his kingdom was lost.

6014 The Story of Jesus, p. 149.5 (Ellen Gould White)

While Joseph was gone to Pilate for the Saviour’s body, Nicodemus was making ready for the burial. It was the custom in those times to wrap the bodies of the …

6015 The Story of Jesus, p. 150.5 (Ellen Gould White)

Joseph owned a new tomb hewn in a rock. He had built it for his own use; but he now prepared it for Jesus. The body, together with the spices brought by Nicodemus, was wrapped in a linen sheet, and the Redeemer was borne to the tomb.

6016 The Story of Jesus, p. 151.5 (Ellen Gould White)

Judas had told them that Christ had said to His disciples on their last journey to Jerusalem:

6017 The Story of Jesus, p. 153.5 (Ellen Gould White)

One of the most powerful angels is sent from Heaven. His countenance is like lightning, and his garments white as snow. He parts the darkness from his track, and the whole heavens are lighted with his glory.

6018 The Story of Jesus, p. 155.5 (Ellen Gould White)

The angel laid hold of the great stone at the mouth of the tomb, and rolled it away, as if it had been but a pebble. Then with a voice that caused the earth to tremble, he cried:

6019 The Story of Jesus, p. 157.5 (Ellen Gould White)

As they neared the garden, they were surprised to see the heavens beautifully lighted up, and to feel the earth trembling beneath their feet. They hastened …

6020 The Story of Jesus, p. 159.4 (Ellen Gould White)

“And go quickly, and tell His disciples that He is risen from the dead; and, behold, He goeth before you into Galilee; there shall ye see Him.” Matthew 28:5-7 .