In this Palm Sunday’s readings, we focus on Jesus time in the garden of Gethsemane.
The disciples were filled with fear
and uncertainty, knowing that something terrible was about to happen to
their Master, though they did not know what it would be. Overwhelmed
by exhaustion, they fell asleep. A short distance away, Jesus withdrew
to pray alone. This was not unusual for Him, as He often sought solitary
places for prayer. However, at this moment, Jesus was deeply troubled,
experiencing fear, anguish and sadness. He looked to God and honestly
expressed His feelings and thoughts to His Father, saying, “Father, ‘if
you are willing, take this cup away from me. Nevertheless, let your will
be done, not mine”.
I often look back at this line and imagine how difficult it must have been to know that you will be tortured and killed and walk willingly into the events.
I willingly accept the gifts from the Father. My lifestyle, my family and friends, my comforts, leisure etc but can I accept my crosses?
And to take it one step further, can I be grateful for them?
These are the crosses the Lord has personally assigned to me.
Theologically, there must be a greater meaning in all of these.
Through my own faith journey, I know that everything can be overcome with the grace of God.
I pray that I will always allow Jesus to lead me out of my difficulties, my crosses.
This coming Holy Week, let us unite our difficulties and sufferings with Jesus and be reminded that if he can overcome death. Then everything will be alright.
In the end.
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