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Gospel of Mark
Peter, James, and John were the three friends Jesus took with him up the mountain to share his most glorious moment, when he was changed in appearance (back in chapter 9). Now he takes the same three friends with him to share his most difficult moment as he prepares to be cruelly crucified. On the mountaintop, they were terrified of his appearance. Now, when Jesus expecially needs their comfort and presence, they fall asleep.
It seems that Jesus’ friends were continually missing the point.
What about us? Do we also miss the point? Do we miss how terrible this night was for Jesus? Do we miss how much he feared what was to come? Do we miss how difficult this process was for him?
Jesus came to earth in order to die. He did it willingly and obediently. But it was still difficult for him.
If living an obedient life was difficult for Jesus, we shouldn’t be surprised that living an obedient life is going to be difficult for us, even though we won’t face the same horrors Jesus did.
Following Jesus requires that we die to ourselves daily, just as Jesus willingly died for us. Jesus faced his trials by praying to his Father honestly and passionately.
We should do the same.
Mark 14:32-72
verses 32-36 (Jesus prays)
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