Saint Athanasius Lutheran Church

Trampling Our Enemies


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This meditation reflects on the paradox at the heart of Holy Week: is Jesus the one who tramples in judgment, or the one who is trampled in suffering? The answer is both. As a just God, He confronts sin and evil—but in His compassion, He takes that judgment upon Himself, becoming the one whose blood is poured out to save others. Focusing on the deeper meaning of our “enemies,” the message moves beyond external threats to the internal struggles—sin, temptation, and spiritual forces—that we cannot overcome on our own. In Christ’s death and resurrection, these enemies are defeated. The episode invites listeners to repentance and trust, encouraging them to see Holy Week as the moment where Jesus is trampled for us, rises again, and ultimately conquers all that stands against us—bringing forgiveness, freedom, and peace.
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Saint Athanasius Lutheran ChurchBy Reverend James Douthwaite

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