Today's Reading | April 2, 2026
Matthew 27:1–26
Introduction Matthew 27:1–26: The Jewish leaders hand Jesus over to Pilate, the Roman governor, who questions him. Pilate brings Jesus before a crowd and offers them the choice of releasing him or a notorious criminal. The crowd calls for Jesus to be crucified, and Pilate sentences him to death. Meanwhile, Judas hangs himself. Today’s Key Verse: Matthew 27:26b GNT After…
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