The last week of Jesus’ life was so much of a roller coaster, that it is hard to be believed. Although much of His life was similar, nothing compares to being hunted, adored to the point of calls for His kingship, then brutally tortured and crucified.
The emotional toll alone would be enough to kill a person, but then to continue to mentor and teach these disciples with kindness and love is above and beyond what we expect.
If there ever was an example of laying down one’s life, it is Jesus’ days before His death, not even including when He went to the cross, it is those days before. We compartmentalize those things we need to take care of, but don’t allow God to lead us THROUGH the process of taking others along.
Jesus takes us on that journey and gives us lessons and examples to guide us when we experience the same (but mush less intense) things in our own lives.
Allow this season to touch you and the people around you in a most blessed way. See the disciples gathered around the table and accompanying Him to the garden. Be the witness to those who have questions because you do possess the Spirit of God.
May you have a most Holy, Holy week.
Pastor Brent