The scripture tells us in John 12: 36(b)-37 that after all these things Jesus withdrew and hid Himself from them and even though they had seen all the miracles, they still did not believe Him. They didn't believe when He spoke of His death and resurrection (John12:31-36). The word doesn/t tell us what Jesus did as He was away from the crowd. I imagine(and that's me, not the word, and I am in no way adding to it) that He prayed asking how could he make these hard-headed people understand? Now the scripture does go on to tell us that many, even some authorities, believed, but they did not confess Him for fear of being an outcast; rejected. Verse 43 specifically says "they loved the glory that comes from man more than the glory that comes from God". How sad is that? Here they had Jesus with them, in the flesh, and would rather have man's glory than God's! How often are we guilty of that...not speaking truth to avoid hurting someones feelings, not calling sin what it is because everybody can live their life the way they choose, and not standing for Jesus and living a holy life because our friends may ridicule us or reject us. Join me on this second day of Holy Week in standing boldly for Jesus......no matter the cost. He did that for us, doesn't he deserve our loyalty and obedience? Wouldn't you rather have praises and glory from God rather than from man??
Holy Father help me to be bold for you, no matter what. Give me courage when I need it. No one deserves my loyalty more than You. Better is one day in Your courts than a thousand elsewhere. I long to hear well done My good and faithful servant from you. Teach me Your ways and give me Your words so that You are glorified. I love You so much, You are what matters.
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