What does the Bible say about Jesus' trial before Pilate?

In the accounts of Jesus' trial before Pontius Pilate, we see not only the fulfillment of ancient prophecies, like those found in Psalm 22, but also a horrifying reality of human sin. The choice of the Jewish leaders to hand over Jesus to Pilate instead of judging him according to their law demonstrates their rejection of the Messiah. Pilate’s attempted questions and his conclusion of Jesus’ innocence emphasize that even though he held the power to condemn, it was God’s predetermined plan that was being fulfilled. Scripture shows us that this event was crucial for human redemption, as it set into motion the necessity for Christ to suffer in the place of sinners, bearing the wrath that was rightfully ours.