It was a painful movie to watch. I saw it with Karin at the theater. It was packed. Gasps and sniffles could be heard from every direction. When we left the theater it was a somber mood. Very little conversation. One thing for sure, no one who saw the movie ever thought of Jesus the same again - whether they believed Jesus was the resurrected Christ, or not. Everyone was moved by Mel Gibson's "Passion of The Christ"
This is "Passion Week." A time we focus on the final week of Jesus' physical ministry on earth. There was the Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem and multitudes cheered, "Hosanna in the highest". Within a week the same crowd jeered, "crucify him!"
I am continually amazed that, whether cheered or jeered, Jesus "soldiered on." How that Jesus is missional, men are moody. How Jesus was driven by the Father's will, and how I am too often driven by whimsy. How about you?
How should I respond to Christ's "Passion?" My prayer is that the Holy Spirit will move me from whimsy to willful in my walk with Christ. To be absolutely resolved that, whether "cheered or jeered" by this world, I will stay focused on God's will and purpose for my life.
His Passion was to DIE in my place. My passion is to LIVE for His glory.
"Lord Jesus, I am grateful for your selfless sacrifice. You have become my Savior. Please help me become Your servant." Amen
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