As we are reading these chapters, let’s attempt to relive in our minds and visualize the events which are being described. As you think about it, can you see that small upper room with the disciples gathered with Jesus? Can you hear Jesus as He speaks to the disciples, explaining to them what it all means? Can you feel the Bread as you take it? And can you taste of the Cup as the first Holy Communion is served by Jesus himself? Do you see Judas hurry off into the darkness of night? Do you feel something of what the disciples felt as they saw Jesus walk off into the darkness of the Garden…alone…to pray to His Father? Can you hear and see the guards coming to take Jesus away? Can you feel your heart beating faster and your breathe coming more quickly as Jesus is taken away? Can you stand now in the courtyard and hear people shout out, “Crucify Him! Crucify Him!” Do you feel weak as you watch Him carry His heavy cross up the hill? Do you not hear His voice from the cross as he said, “Father, forgive them for they know not what they do!” Does not a new depth of love find its way into your mind and heart, as you marvel at His wonderful love…for you and for me! Amen.
Donald E. Pardun
2 comments:
Yes, yes I did - I felt the word CRUCIFIXION - with horror. How could one person do that to another? ChriS
Thank you, Brother Don, for making it all so real--the sights and sounds, the passion and pain...we were there! And the amazing Love. I thank Him again today.
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