Friday, April 3rd

Scripture

Is 52: 13 – 53: 12
Ps 31: 2, 6, 12-13, 15-17, 25
Heb 4: 14-16; 5: 7-9
Jn 18: 1-19: 42

Reflection

“Father, I put my life in your hands.” Luke 23:48

Jesus answered [Annas], “I have spoken publicly to the world. I have always taught in a synagogue or in the temple area where all the Jews gather, and in secret I have said nothing.” (John 18:20)

Of course I defended myself. I had nothing to hide. But they weren’t really looking for truth. It was an exercise in futility. I was trying to stay calm, but I was scared to death.

“Father, I put my life in your hands.” Luke 23:48

Pilate said to him, “Then you are a king?” Jesus answered, “You say I am a king. For this I was born and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth. Everyone who belongs to the truth listens to my voice.” (John 18:37)

I could tell Pilate was nervous when I talked about my kingdom, but he was afraid of the Jews who brought me before him. My fate was sealed; there was no backing down. I said I would do this.

“Father, I put my life in your hands.” Luke 23:46

Prayer

My biopsy revealed cancer.
Father, I put my life in your hands.
We got out of the house just before the water rushed in.
Father, I put my life in your hands.
We can’t afford the new insurance rates.
Father, I put my life in your hands.

Personal Challenge

I will imitate the Teacher and put my life in God’s hands.

Sister Jeanne Cmolik
Cleveland, OH