PSALM 73:23 (ABP)
I'm always here for you, holding your hand.
LUKE 22:42-43 (NTFE)
“Father,” (Jesus) said, “if you wish it—please take this cup away from me! But it must be your will, not mine.”
An angel appeared to him from heaven, strengthening him.
SUMMARY SENTENCE
As God was there for Jesus in his critical moment he is there for all of us.
DAILY FODDER
The Thursday before Good Friday is called Maundy Thursday. The English word maundy can be traced to the Middle English and Old French term mandé (also the origin of the English word "mandate"). On the night of his betrayal Jesus said to his disciples "I'm giving you a new mandate. You're to love each other in the same way I've loved you..." That is, as God the Father was there for Jesus, and Jesus was there for us, so are we to be there for each other.
PRAYER
Dear Savior, on this day I remember how you bravely suffered and died on our behalf. As I share in the bread and cup today I recognize that you included me in your sacrifice to save the world from sin and eternal death. As the Father strengthened you, I'm asking you for the strength to follow suit and stand faithful with you—no matter what. Amen.
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
