Side Pierced, Bones Not Broken: Blood and Water from the Passover Lamb

As Matthew uniquely recorded some events that happened right after Jesus laid down His life (Matt 27:51-54), so did John uniquely record some events that occurred after that (John 19:31-37).

John testifies of the criminals' legs being broken--but not Jesus' legs--and then Jesus' side being pierced to cause blood and water to flow. In these events we find amazing examples of the fulfillment of Scripture, the sovereignty of God, and the blessings that flow from Christ.

Pierced, but Not Broken (John19:31-37)
I. Legs Broken (vv31-33)
---A. Preparation Day?
---B. Breaking Legs?
---C. Two Criminals?
---D. One Righteous?
II. Side Pierced (v34)
---A. Side Pierced?
---B. Blood and Water?
III. Scripture Fulfilled (vv35-37)
---A. John's Testimony!
---B. No Bones Broken!
---C. Look on Him Pierced!