We explore Matthew chapter 26, one of the most dramatic narratives in the Bible that depicts the pivotal events leading to Jesus' crucifixion. This powerful chapter captures betrayal, intrigue, lies, and vicious attacks against Jesus who, with utmost humility, willingly embraces it all as God's will.

• The religious leaders plotting to arrest and kill Jesus
• A woman anointing Jesus with expensive perfume, preparing him for burial
• Judas agreeing to betray Jesus for thirty silver coins
• Jesus sharing the Last Supper with his disciples, instituting communion
• Jesus predicting Peter's denial despite his protests of loyalty
• Jesus praying in anguish at Gethsemane while disciples sleep
• Judas betraying Jesus with a kiss, leading to his arrest
• Jesus standing trial before the high priest and facing false accusations
• Peter denying Jesus three times before weeping bitterly

Jesus forgave those who executed him because they didn't know what they were doing, but what about us who do know him? We're called to examine whether we're truly willing to follow Jesus even to the point of death or if we'll abandon him in times of need. Let's pray that he helps us remain faithful, unlike the disciples who failed him when it mattered most.

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