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Tested In The Fire

Mission Accomplished
3/17/2024 | Mark Hartman

From This Series

The Coronation of The King
The Coronation of The King
Mission Accomplished
2/25/2024 | Mark Hartman
True Worship and True Grace
True Worship and True Grace
Mission Accomplished
3/3/2024 | Tim Homa
What Impresses Jesus
What Impresses Jesus
Mission Accomplished
3/10/2024 | Mark Hartman
Tested In The Fire
Tested In The Fire
Mission Accomplished
3/17/2024 | Mark Hartman
When Your Hope Is Shattered
When Your Hope Is Shattered
Mission Accomplished
3/24/2024 | Xavier Maryland
Hope Restored
Hope Restored
Mission Accomplished
3/31/2024 | Mark Hartman

Message Summary

When you read of the final days of Jesus' earthly ministry, you come to a pivotal moment – a moment of intense trial and testing. In Luke 22:14-20;39-48, we witness Jesus's agonizing struggle in the Garden of Gethsemane, just hours before his betrayal and crucifixion. It's a scene filled with emotion and significance, offering profound insights into facing trials with courage, faith, and perseverance. As Jesus wrestles with fear, we see that He also trusted God's plan for His life. The example Jesus sets for us in this moment teaches us three important lessons on how to trust God in the middle of painful situations.

1. Don't Run Away From Your Trials. Jesus, knowing the agony that awaited him, did not shy away from his impending suffering. Instead, he willingly walked into the heart of it, embracing the pain and sorrow that lay ahead. In the garden, surrounded by olive trees – symbols of endurance and resilience – Jesus confronted his deepest fears and anxieties. Similarly, when we encounter trials and challenges in our lives, we're called to follow Jesus's example. Instead of running away or avoiding difficult situations, we're urged to face them head-on, trusting in God's strength and guidance. Like the mighty Sequoia trees that weather storms and stand tall for centuries, we too can find strength in the midst of adversity.

2. Face Your Trials By Laying Everything at Your Heavenly Father's Feet. In his moment of anguish, Jesus turned to prayer, seeking solace and strength from his Heavenly Father. He poured out his heart, expressing his innermost struggles, yet ultimately surrendering to God's will. Despite the pain and agony, Jesus submitted himself to the divine purpose, knowing that God's plan would ultimately prevail. Likewise, when we face trials and tribulations, we're encouraged to seek refuge in prayer. In the quietness of our hearts, we can lay our burdens before God, trusting in His wisdom and providence. By aligning our will with His, we find peace and courage to endure even the most challenging circumstances.

3. Victory Over Trials Requires Keeping Your Eyes on the Prize to Come. As Jesus wrestled with his impending suffering, he remained focused on the ultimate prize – the joy set before him. He endured the cross, despising its shame, because he knew that beyond the pain lay the promise of redemption and victory. His example inspires us to persevere in the face of trials, keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus, the author, and perfecter of our faith. Just as the hot winds of testing strengthen and refine the Sequoia trees, so too do our trials shape and mold us into champions of faith. With every trial we face, we grow in courage, resilience, and endurance, drawing closer to the prize of eternal glory.

The story of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane reminds us that trials are an inevitable part of our journey. But, in the midst of our darkest moments, we can find hope and strength in the example of our Jesus. As we walk through the fires of testing, may we emerge stronger, wiser, and more confident in our commitment to follow Christ.
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