What is the sleepiest you’ve ever been?
Peter, James, and John had an important reason to stay awake.
Read Luke 22:44
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Read Matthew 26:39
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Read Jeremiah 25:15
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Read 2 Corinthians 5:21
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Read Matthew 26:38
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So what was their one job? !
What did it mean to watch?
Read Exodus 12:40-42
Do we not now live in a similar moment to Peter, James, and John?
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What our Savior needs us most to do in this season of time is to , to for Him, to to His coming, and to others not miss out on the deliverance at hand.
Can we, the Body of Christ, allow ourselves to be distressed by the things that distressed our Lord?
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“Not my will but yours be done.”
Matthew 26:36-46 narrates the account of Jesus’ prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane, where He experiences deep anguish and submits to God’s will despite His personal suffering. Here are some self-reflection questions based on this passage:
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How do I respond when faced with difficult or painful situations?
- Reflect on your own reactions in times of hardship. Do you turn to God in prayer as Jesus did, or do you struggle to surrender your will to His?
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Am I able to align my will with God’s will, even when it’s not what I desire?
- Jesus prayed for the cup of suffering to be taken away but ultimately submitted to God’s will. How can you practice this level of trust and submission in your own life?
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How do I handle feelings of abandonment or isolation?
- Jesus experienced a sense of abandonment as He prayed alone while His disciples fell asleep. Reflect on how you deal with moments of loneliness or feeling unsupported by others.
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When I face spiritual battles, do I turn to prayer for strength?
- Jesus prayed earnestly in Gethsemane, seeking strength to face what was to come. How can prayer become a more consistent and powerful part of your spiritual journey during challenges?
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Do I truly understand the gravity of Jesus’ sacrifice for me?
- In His moment of agony, Jesus prayed knowing the suffering He would endure for humanity’s sake. Reflect on how deeply you understand and appreciate the sacrifice Jesus made on your behalf.
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How can I support others who are going through times of trial or suffering?
- Jesus asked His disciples to stay awake and support Him during His time of distress, but they were unable. How can you be more present and supportive for others in their struggles?
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What does it mean for me to “watch and pray” as Jesus instructed His disciples?
- Reflect on the call to remain vigilant and prayerful in the face of temptation. Are you actively seeking to watch for areas of weakness in your own life and praying for strength to resist temptation?
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What areas of my life do I need to surrender to God, trusting His will above my own desires?
- Jesus exemplified surrender in Gethsemane, acknowledging that God’s will was more important than His own. What areas of your life require a similar act of surrender and trust?
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How do I balance my own desires with God’s plan for my life?
- Reflect on the tension between personal desires and divine purpose. In what ways can you better discern God’s plan and choose to follow it, even when it is difficult?
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What is the significance of Jesus’ prayer, “Not as I will, but as You will”?
- Consider the depth of this prayer and how it reflects a profound trust in God’s sovereignty. How can this become a central prayer in your own walk with God?