The Agony

Today is Holy Thursday. We remember Jesus' Agony and the Last Supper. Tomorrow, we remember his Crucifixion.

Christ knew the will of His Father, yet he was troubled at what must be done. Alone, he suffered greatly with the knowledge of his impending arrest and execution. He called out to the Father, asking that his burden be taken from him, adding that the Father's will should be accomplished. The burden was, thankfully, not lifted. The Father's will was accomplished, and so we can know Christ.

I recently made a life-changing decision based on my perception of God's will for my own life. Upon the first serious sign of commitment to this new decision, doubt and fear flooded my mind. There were sleepless nights and agonizing days as I struggled with my decision.

But after returning to prayer, the tempest subsided and I once again found peace. The reasons for my doubts are still with me. But, like Christ in the garden of Gethsemani, I know what I must do. I humbly accept the challenges that lie ahead and put my trust and faith in God.

Surely, I am blessed this Easter.