Jesus Prays in Gethsemane

Later that evening, after dinner, Jesus asked the disciples to accompany him to the Garden of Gethsemane where he wanted to pray. Peter, James, and John were his companions.

This time in the Garden was stressful for Jesus.  It was a time for assessment and decision-making.  It was a time of struggle.  The thorn branch is an ominous link with the pain of what was to come.

But Jesus was resolute.  "Spare Me, God ... let this cup pass ... yet, not my will, but yours, be done."  In contrast to such strength, we see the sleeping disciples.  Said Jesus, "the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak."

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