As you slept last night… Jesus was betrayed in the Garden by one of his disciples, Judas (Luke 22:47-48). Jesus was then taken to the former high priest, Annas (John 18:13). Jesus, the King of the Jews, was bound and… Read More
Looking to the Cross: Maundy Thursday
Thursday of Passion Week invites us into the most intimate picture we have of Jesus with His disciples. After three years, Jesus and His disciples had formed a bond that was more than merely teacher/follower; they were now friends (see… Read More
Looking to the Cross: Silent Wednesday
Wednesday of the Passion Week is often called “Silent Wednesday” and believed to be the day in which Judas arranged for the betrayal of Jesus. It seems appropriate that a man who sought riches through betrayal would receive silence as… Read More
Looking to the Cross: By Who’s Authority?
Jesus goes back into Jerusalem and is immediately challenged by the religious leaders: “By what authority are you doing these things? And who gave you this authority?” These two questions set off a theological explosion since these two questions focus… Read More
Looking to the Cross: The Fig Tree
It’s the day after the “Triumphal Entry” and Jesus re-enters Jerusalem, but this time he is walking. There is no ceremony, no joy-filled cheers, no shouts for deliverance. It is early and Jesus is hungry. Jesus sees a fig tree… Read More