Sending our love to Daisy Dog after his big operation..!
A brave leader facing death and torture tries to warn his disciples. They do not want to hear. He takes on the role of a servant as he washes each one of their feet. They bow their heads in shame. They know they should have washed his feet.
They are excited as they share a meal together. Is he going to finally lead them into confronting those who oppose him. Judas challenges him. Jesus feels the anger that flows from the eyes pf Judad.
They are laughing and talking when Jesus speaks out. "One of you is going to betray me." Jesus feels sadness as he hands the bread dipped in wine to Judas. Judas has not grasped the message that Jesus was trying to teach them.
Jesus spends time in prayer knowing his life will be taken from him on a cruel cross. Jesus will be mocked and made fun of . This is his destiny that takes a heart of courage and a strong will. The disciples desert him. and his heart is broken. His love for each one has bonded them together. They have heard his words and seem miracles take place in front of their eyes. Fear takes hold of them as they witness his capture. He will face a trial and remain silent. He receives lashes on his back and when he stumbles trying to carry his cross a witness will be asked to carry it for him.
Only one disciple will be with him as he faces a slow agonizing death.
His mother feels his pain and the pain of feeling helpless.
He is buried and the disciples feel ashamed and lost without him.
We know the ending and like all good stories a happy ending restores the hope and joy they have known walking with him. They are forgiven of what seemed to them to be unforgivable.
Love heals our deepest pains. Suffering will be a part of life for us all. We know that there will be a purpose for the difficult things we go through.
Life is more than a daily routine when Jesus gives us courage to live with faith and hope!
Heaven waits for us to come home!
It is important for me to feel this story deep in my heart and soul!
4 comments:
Daisy is back home now, not the end of the story but good news.
We have the plumber coming today, a big step in our Reno.
Sandra
There's a lifetime of wisdom in that. Thank you, Beth
Maloo is back from the Vets as well. He seems happier today all he had was anti-inflammatory liquid. Maloo twisted his back playing with Luna. I may have found a place to rent, close to the kid's school.
Ken
Thank you for your love and good wishes. It really helps. She is doing pretty well and we hope it continues.
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