The Anguish of Atonement

In this message we witness a moment of great agony for Jesus as He prayed to His Heavenly Father in the Garden of Gethsemane. The weight of the world's sin was about to be placed on Him, and He knew that He would have to endure immense suffering to free humanity from the chains of sin. Despite the crushing burden that He faced, Jesus willingly chose to take on the weight and punishment of sin, knowing that it was the only way to offer us a path to atonement and salvation. Through His sacrifice on the cross, Jesus made it possible for us to be forgiven for our sins and reconciled with God. The only way that we still have to carry the weight of our sin is if we choose not to let it go and accept the forgiveness that Jesus offers us. Join us as we explore the depth of Jesus' sacrifice and the hope that it offers to all of us who seek redemption.

Questions for Reflection:

• What does today's message say about Jesus' commitment to fulfilling His calling?

• How does it make you feel to hear Jesus choosing the crushing on our behalf?