When my Mama passed away, nearly two years ago, I went through the traditional rituals we do here in the South. Going home, having the funeral, meal at the church, everything, all of us have done, or will do.  There … Continue reading →

In examining the interrogations of Jesus by Pilate and Herod in Luke 23, we recognize the human tendency to view Christ through the lens of our own personal interests and convenience. We see that while Pilate sought political peace and … Continue reading →

In reflecting on the mockery and trial of Jesus in Luke 22, we see the profound power of His restraint and His unwavering commitment to the Father’s mission. We recognize that while we often feel a natural impulse to defend … Continue reading →

In reflecting on Jesus’ prayer in Gethsemane, we see the profound depth of His humanity and the intensity of His spiritual struggle. We recognize that Jesus’ plea to “remove this cup” validates our own moments of weakness and fear, showing … Continue reading →

In reflecting on the transition from Jesus’ command to carry swords to His healing of the servant’s ear, we recognize the tension between fulfilling prophecy and practicing the ethics of the Kingdom. We understand that while the disciples were quick … Continue reading →

In reflecting on Peter’s denial in Luke 22, we see that our failures, no matter how bitter, are never outside the reach of God’s foreknowledge and grace. We recognize that Jesus’ prayer for Peter was not that he would avoid … Continue reading →

In reflecting on the disciples’ dispute over greatness in Luke 22, we see a sharp contrast between worldly power and the logic of the Kingdom of God. We recognize that while the world defines greatness through authority and status, Jesus … Continue reading →

In exploring the institution of the Lord’s Supper in Luke 22, we recognize that this meal is the most sacred act of our Christian worship. We understand the Wesleyan perspective of the Real Presence, acknowledging that while the bread and … Continue reading →

In reflecting on the preparations for the Passover meal, we recognize the beauty of “quiet faithfulness” in the life of the anonymous homeowner who provided the Upper Room. We understand that just as Jesus orchestrated the details for His disciples … Continue reading →

As we begin the narrative of the Passion in Luke 22, we are confronted with the sobering reality of Judas’s betrayal. We recognize that even those closest to Jesus, those trusted with the community’s resources and called to His side, … Continue reading →