“Friend,” Jesus asked Judas, “why have you come?” The Greek word used here for friend means “comrade” – a person who shares your activities, occupation or political group, such as a work associate. Jesus did not call Judas a close friend. Jesus always addresses our heart: Why have you come? “The chief priests and elders arrested Jesus, and then one of those with Jesus drew his sword and struck the high priest’s slave and cut off his ear.” The writings of John identify this person as Peter and the slave as Malchus. The writings of Luke also mention that Jesus […]
Have you ever had your life change in an instant? One minute you’re having a nice dinner, making plans and talking about the future, and the next.. it all changes, and quickly. It’s that moment of epiphany when we suddenly realize we’re not in control of everything after all. Sometimes it leads to confusion, and you’re tired, and you just can’t believe what is happening, but it is. There is an event recorded in all four gospels that is like this. Gethsemane was a garden in the Mount of Olives, east of Jerusalem. It was known for its olive trees […]
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About the Author
Sue McCusker is a freelance writer, Bible teacher, and former corporate IT Analyst. Her stories have been published in several Guideposts books and magazines, as well as in her devotional book, A Christmas Story Devotional. She loves sharing stories of life, hope, and faith, and inspiring others to experience real faith in their everyday lives.
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