What does Matthew 27:16 mean?

Matthew 27:16 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Matthew 27:16 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

And they had then a notable prisoner, called Barabbas.

14And he answered him to never a word; insomuch that the governor marvelled greatly.

15Now at that feast the governor was wont to release unto the people a prisoner, whom they would.

16And they had then a notable prisoner, called Barabbas.

17Therefore when they were gathered together, Pilate said unto them, Whom will ye that I release unto you? Barabbas, or Jesus which is called Christ?

18For he knew that for envy they had delivered him.

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