Mystery Murder: Who Actually Killed Jesus?

It happened in Jerusalem, sometime around 33 AD.

The body? Jesus of Nazareth.

The crime? Crucifixion.

The suspects? Let’s review the case file.

Was it Pilate in the palace with a politically expedient hand?

Caiaphas in the temple with religious fear and a fragile ego?

Judas in the garden with silver coins and a kiss of betrayal?

Or maybe Satan in the shadows, whispering plans and entering hearts?

And then there’s us — with sin scribbled on scraps of paper and nailed to the story — could we be more involved than we think?

But as the pieces start coming together, a deeper layer begins to emerge. One with ancient fingerprints. A figure behind the curtain. A will behind the wounds. The kind of twist that makes you pause, lean in, and ask, Could this have been the plan all along?

In this episode of Clearly, we step into the mystery: Who really killed Jesus? We explore the historical players, the spiritual realm, and the deeply personal weight of the cross. We talk divine intent, human responsibility, and why this darkest moment might actually be the most beautiful in history.

We also take you inside our home during Easter — from resurrection pegboards and twinkle lights to practical ways to help your family connect sin, grace, and the cross in a tangible way.

Want to go deeper into these themes? Check out:

📺 The Sovereignty of God: Why It’s Good News

📝 The Doctrine of Election Saved My Life (Jimmy’s blog post)

📺 God’s Sovereignty in Suffering

📺 How to Trust God in Really Hard Things

🎧 Listen to more episodes at: http://www.jimmyandkelly.com/podcast