Playlist: Annas, High Priest (topic)
The Trial of Jesus
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughAnnas, a former high priest, played a significant role in the initial stages of the trial of Jesus Christ. After His illegal arrest without a warrant or formal charge, Jesus was first brought to Annas for a private interrogation, which was against Jewish jurisprudence. This occurred at night, further violating the legal …
Jesus Christ's Trial (Part Two)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsAnnas, as a significant figure in the trial of Jesus Christ, played a pivotal role in the illegal proceedings that marked this historic event. After His arrest, Jesus was first brought before Annas, who was the father-in-law of Caiaphas, the high priest that year. Though Annas was the Roman-appointed high priest, his influence …
Jesus Christ's Trial (Part One)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsAfter His arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus was first led to Annas, who conducted a preliminary hearing. Annas, the father-in-law of Caiaphas, the high priest that year, questioned Jesus about His disciples and His teachings. Jesus responded by asserting that He had spoken openly in synagogues and the temple, not in …
John (Part Twenty-Six)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughAnnas occupies a significant place in the account of Jesus' arrest and trial, and the sequence of events surrounding him reveals both historical corruption within the priesthood and the deeper spiritual drama unfolding in Jesus' final hours. According to John 18:13, Jesus was led first to Annas, described as the father-in-law of …
Where Is Your Ultimate Allegiance?
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWhen the laws of God conflict with the laws of man, civil disobedience is the only correct response, as was patterned by Peter, Paul, and the apostles.
Acts (Part Six)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughAnnas, though not the officially reigning high priest at the time of the events recorded in Acts 4, held that title earlier from 6 AD to 14 AD and remained the true power behind the office even after his tenure ended. His son-in-law Caiaphas served as high priest for eighteen years following him, and Annas's own son, John (or …
Four Views of Christ (Part 5)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughLuke's gospel portrays Christ as the son of man, the high priest of man, and the savior of man, having all the feelings, compassions, and aspirations of man.
Matthew (Part Twenty-Seven)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughJesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem fulfilled prophecies. The crowds welcoming Jesus were actually choosing the Paschal Lamb of God on Abib/Nisan 10.
Themes of I Corinthians (Part 3)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Christians in Corinth, known for its immorality, received Paul's first epistle around Passover time as a warning to overcome the affects of 'Sin City.'