During Holy week I like to reflect each day on what Jesus faced his last week. The past couple of days I've thought about how his disciples must have felt at Christ's triumphant entry into the city of Jerusalem just a few short days ago. The crowds cheered for him, Welcomed him, and exalted him.
Jesus knew how the tide would quickly turn. How those faces that loved him would soon hate him, spit on him, jeer him, and ultimately demand his death on the cross. Jesus knew and yet He continued to walk on through the preparations of the week.
I imagine He continued to Teach and heal. I also think he may have spent a little extra time with His disciples/friends. The time was quickly coming when all would abandon Him.
His love placed him on the Donkey to enter Jerusalem as the scripture prophesied.
His love for us would soon face his persecutors.
His Love for us would soon lead to His blood being spilled as He was crucified to cover all of mankind's Sin.
Then 3 days later He would Rise and all that was written in the Heart of God for the Salvation of all mankind would be fulfilled.
Soon He will celebrate the Passover with His disciples. Friday is coming..
Therefore, it was necessary for him to be made in every respect like us, his brothers and sisters, so that he could be our merciful and faithful High Priest before God. Then he could offer a sacrifice that would take away the sins of the people.
- Hebrews 2:17 (NLT)
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