A Journey Through Holy Week. . .

March 29, 1999

"Have you ever had a friend betray your trust?
If we look at Judas we may see ourselves in him.
There have been times when my loved ones trusted
that I would stand up for them
and I failed to see the need.
Lord, I pray that they forgive me for my betrayal."

March 30, 1999

Have you ever been really troubled and wanted your friends close by to support you? I know I have been and when I read about Jesus in the garden of Gethsemane I really feel that He can understand me when I feel troubled and alone. His friends fell asleep when He needed them most, as He prayed to be relieved of His suffering. I wonder how often my friends or loved ones were suffering and I failed to offer them comfort and to pray for them and with them. Dear Jesus, forgive me for the times I have failed to reach out to others with support, comfort and prayers. In failing them I have failed you too.

March 31, 1999

This week while reading about Peter's denial of knowing Jesus I recognized in a new light how Peter let fear lead him to give into temptation. He was afraid to admit knowing Jesus because of the consequences he might face. I can think of times in my own life when I was fearful of letting others know that I am a follower of Jesus because someone might make fun of me for my faith. It took years of prayerful growth in my walk with Jesus before my faith was strong enough to face the mocking of others without feeling hurt and fearful. I can relate to Peter's fear and like Peter I am truly sorry for the times I let fear lead me into denial. Heavenly Father, grant me the grace to remain always open to Your will in my life.

April 1, 1999

Matthew Ch 26 Vs 26-29 "While they were eating, Jesus took a loaf of bread, and after blessing it He broke it, gave it to the disciples, and said, 'Take and eat; this is My body.' Then He took a cup, and after giving thanks He gave it to them, saying, 'Drink from it, all of you; for this is My blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins. I tell you, I will never again drink of this fruit of the vine until that day when I drink it new with you in My Father's kingdom.' "

April 2, 1999

Reading Matthew Ch 26 Vs 57-68 brings back memories of Good Friday services when I was young. I clearly remember the sadness I felt on Good Friday. I used to wish I could save Jesus from the cross and that somehow I could comfort his mother Mary as she watched Him suffering.


April 3, 1999

"Waiting. . .

In silence."



April 4, 1999

The Empty Tomb


Easter

No Cost

The Great Current


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