John 18 tells the story of Jesus' arrest and the beginning of His trials. It starts with Jesus and His disciples going to the Garden of Gethsemane, where He prays, knowing the pain and betrayal that’s about to unfold. Judas arrives with a group of soldiers to betray Jesus with a kiss. When the soldiers ask for Jesus, He boldly declares, “I am He,” and they fall back. Jesus doesn’t resist, though, and Peter tries to defend Him, cutting off a servant’s ear. Jesus heals the servant and tells Peter to put away his sword, explaining that He must drink the cup the Father has given Him. Jesus is arrested and taken to the high priest’s house, where Peter denies knowing Him three times, just as Jesus had predicted. Meanwhile, Jesus is questioned by the high priest and then sent to Pilate, who finds no basis for a charge against Him. Despite this, the crowd insists on His crucifixion. The chapter shows Jesus’ unwavering commitment to His mission, His willingness to suffer for humanity, and the beginning of His journey toward the cross.