Mark 14:36 Nlt

Jesus prayed for a long time, and although they slept through most of it, at least one of the three disciples nearest to him heard parts of his prayer. Jesus addresses his father with the name, “Abba.” This is an Aramaic word which is best translated as “Daddy.” It indicates a relationship of deep and intimate trust. Then Jesus acknowledges his Father’s sovereign power: “everything is possible for you.” Then Jesus makes his request: “Take this cup from me.” Finally, Jesus recognises the deficiencies of his own will, and submits himself entirely to God: “not what I will, but what you will.” – Eliezer Gonzalez Eli’s Reflection: Compare that pattern with how you usually pray.…

“It’s ok if your heart needs more time to accept what your head already knows.” – anonymous Not all suffering is physical. If it feels like something in you is breaking, no matter what the reason, you are not alone. Even though this is hard and it feels like it will never get better, it will get…

Jesus prayed for a long time, and although they slept through most of it, at least one of the three disciples nearest to him heard parts of his prayer. Jesus addresses his father with the name, “Abba.” This is an Aramaic word which is best translated as “Daddy.” It indicates a relationship of deep and intimate trust. Then Jesus acknowledges his Father’s sovereign power: “everything is possible for you.” Then Jesus makes his request: “Take this cup from me.” Finally, Jesus recognises the deficiencies of his own will, and submits himself entirely to God: “not what I will, but what you will.” – Eliezer Gonzalez Eli’s Reflection: Compare that pattern with how you usually pray.…

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Many years ago, the Christian artist Mark Schultz came out with a song entitled “He’s My Son.” It’s a powerful song about the desperate cry of a father’s heart. Though some see it as a sad song, un……

It's not a matter of literally knowing God's name. There is a much broader sense wherein one's name is representative of everything about them.…

Many years ago, the Christian artist Mark Schultz came out with a song entitled “He’s My Son.” It’s a powerful song about the desperate cry of a father’s heart. Though some see it as a sad song, un……