An odd thing about Jesus is that,
every time he seems to be faced with temptation to give up on the Father’s plan
that has him dying for the world’s sins, Jesus then overcomes the temptation
with extra resolve. We’ve seen this throughout Lent. Right at the beginning of
his ministry, he goes into the wilderness for the sole purpose of subjecting
himself to temptation by no less than Satan himself. He comes out toughened and
confirmed and ready for work.
Later, when Jesus begins to share with his disciples
that he is going to have to die, Peter tempts Jesus by telling him that this
isn’t the Father’s will. This really gets to Jesus, and Jesus responds by
rebuking Peter (and Satan, who seems to be behind it all). Then, for good
measure, Jesus says, “In fact, not only do I have to die, but anyone who wants
to walk with me has to take up their cross and get in line!” Resolve!
Where will this resolve take Jesus...and us? Read the rest at SalvationLife.com...
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