Wednesday May 29, 2024

Mark 10:32-41

The disciples were on the road, going up to Jerusalem; Jesus was walking on ahead of them; they were in a daze, and those who followed were apprehensive. Once more taking the Twelve aside he began to tell them what was going to happen to him: ‘Now we are going up to Jerusalem, and the Son of Man is about to be handed over.

In many ways it is easier to explain to total strangers the decisions you make. Family can be a little tough. It is not that they don’t love or support you but they like steady. Things are going great let’s stay here. Why would he even want to head into hostile Jerusalem?

Have you ever had to bring people along with an idea? An idea you are also not so clear about? Your heart suffers as well. You too spend sleepless nights thinking how you would tell mama.

Let us pray today for all those making difficult decisions. If you have prayed about it and spoken about it with your best friend, go on. They will come along.