Jesus is dead. The disciples are stunned and scattered. The religious leaders are thanking God for exterminating one more religious nut while basking in the glow of self-righteousness. Mary rides the waves of her memories of Jesus… a baby… a… Read More
Friday of the Passion Week
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
Thursday of the Passion Week
Thursday of the 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 simply teacher/follower; they were now friends… Read More
Wednesday of the Passion Week
What would drive Judas to betray Christ? Wednesday of the Passion Week is often called “Silent Wednesday.” The dominant thought about this day was that it was on this day that Judas arranged the betrayal of Jesus. It seems so… Read More
Tuesday of the Passion Week
It is now Tuesday in the Passion Week of Christ. Jesus goes back into Jerusalem (Mark 11:27) and is immediately challenged by the religious leaders of the day: By what authority are you doing these things? And who gave you… Read More