Follow Christ
Praise!
My dear beloved Youth in Christ,
'While Jesus was here on earth, he offered prayers and pleadings, with a loud cry and tears, to the one who could rescue him from death. And God heard his prayers because of his deep reverence for God.' — Hebrews 5:7
Jesus was in great agony as he prepared to face death. Although Jesus cried out to God, asking to be delivered, he was prepared to suffer humiliation, separation from his Father, and death in order to do God's will.
At times we will undergo trials, not because we want to suffer, but because we want to obey God. Let Jesus' obedience sustain and encourage you in times of trial. You will be able to face anything if you know that Jesus Christ is with you.
Beloved Father, give us hope and strength to follow Christ without giving up in life's trials. In Your Holy Name, Amen.
Jesus loves you!
a. p. george achan.
(Tyndale)