Jesus’ serenity amid the hypocrisy and abuse of those savages in power who were pretending to do justice demonstrated His sovereignty and assures us of hope in Him.

Though Jesus’ arrest appeared to be a failure, His mission was proceeding according to His plan, which involved His voluntary humiliation and suffering on our behalf.

Jesus prayed that His Church would be formed by His word, perfected in real unity, and brought safely home to eternal fellowship with Him in His final glory.

Knowing the mission He would give them and the troubles they would face, Jesus prayed for His Apostles, asking the Father to keep them in His name and fit them for the mission.

The hour designated for Jesus to

redeem His people had finally come;

and in this hour eternal life was

made sure, and the infinite glory

of God was put on display for the

eternal joy of all who would believe.