Scripture:And going a little farther [Jesus] fell on his face and prayed, saying, “My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as You will.” — Matthew 26:39Reflection:In the same moment where the disciples relied on themselves and ultimately ran, Jesus chose a different path—He surrendered. In the Garden of Gethsemane, He felt the full weight of what w...

Scripture:“…Then all the disciples left Him and fled.” — Matthew 26:56Reflection:When the pressure increased and the situation shifted from celebration to suffering, the disciples didn’t stand—they ran. These were the same men who had just eaten with Jesus, walked with Him, and declared their loyalty. But when things became uncomfortable, uncertain, and costly, they withdrew. Not because they didn...

Scripture:“And when they had sung a hymn, they went out to the Mount of Olives.” — Matthew 26:30And [Jesus] came to the disciples and found them sleeping. And he said to Peter, “So, could you not watch with me one hour? “Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.” — Matthew 26:40-41Reflection:There are moments in life when everything...