Jesus Barabbas: The Name That Changes Everything

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Most people read right past the trial of Jesus in Matthew 27, seeing Barabbas as just a historical footnote. But buried in the Greek text and the ancient customs of Passover is a detail that changes everything: Barabbas wasn’t just a prisoner. In a literal and spiritual sense, he was you. In this video, we dive deep into the "Great Exchange" of Easter. We’ll explore: The Scarlet Robe & The Thorns: Why these weren't just tools of mockery, but visual symbols of the curse Jesus took from us. The Mystery of the Name: The shocking detail in Matthew 27:16—who was "Jesus Barabbas," and why does his name force us to make a choice? Substitutionary Atonement: How Jesus didn't just die near us, but took the exact cross meant for us. Whether you feel weighed down by your past or you’re trying to "balance the scales" of your own good works, this story is for you. There is a Jesus who was condemned, and there is a Jesus who is the Christ. Which one will you choose? 👉 Connect with Robby Instagram— https://www.instagram.com/rgallaty/ Twitter — https://x.com/Rgallaty Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/rgallaty — RESOURCES BY ROBBY TO HELP YOU GROW DEEPER: 🔥 Discover the Jewish Roots of Jesus: The Forgotten Jesus: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B087PFKTMX 📖 Daily Bible Reading & Prayer: Foundations (260-Day Reading Plan): https://www.amazon.com/dp/1430045558 The Practice of Prayer (30-Day Guide): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F8P2M3FN 👥 Leadership: The Movement Ready Church: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F7F52V8Y 🌱 The Discipleship Trilogy: Growing Up (Revised & Updated): https://www.amazon.com/dp/1087768225 Firmly Planted: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1087768241 Bearing Fruit: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1087768268 🕊️ Robby’s Story: Recovered (A Story of Redemption): https://www.amazon.com/dp/1535909838 📚 Ministries: Church: Long Hollow Church – https://longhollow.com/ Ministry: Replicate — https://replicate.org/ Podcast: The Forgotten Jesus — www.youtube.com/@TheForgottenJesusPodcast 👋 Join the Community: If this video helped you see the Word of God in a new light, please Share it with a friend and Subscribe to the channel! We’re committed to getting into the Word until the Word gets into us. 🔔 New videos every week — Subscribe and hit the bell so you don’t miss the next one. Chapters 00:00:00 Two Men named Jesus: The Substitutionary Trial 00:01:04 Matthew 27: The Choice Between Barabbas and Christ 00:01:40 The Notorious Prisoner: Rebel, Robber, and Insurrectionist 00:02:26 The Envy of the Religious Leaders 00:02:58 Pilate's Wife and the Distracted Trial 00:04:04 The Crowd's Decision: "Crucify Him!" 00:05:32 The Scarlet Robe: Clothed in Our Sin 00:07:01 The Crown of Thorns: Bearing the Curse of Genesis 3 00:08:38 The Theology of the Tree 00:09:10 Barabbas as Our Representative 00:10:25 The Mystery of the Name: Jesus Barabbas (Son of the Father) 00:11:42 Which Jesus Will You Choose? 00:12:32 Imagining Barabbas on Death Row 00:14:26 Spiritual Substitution: He Took Our Place 00:15:20 The Final Question: Who Is Your Savior? #GetIntoTheWord #Easter2026 #JesusAndBarabbas #BibleStudy #Gospel #SubstitutionaryAtonement

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• Jesus Christ