Holy Tuesday Morning

With His disciples and Jerusalem crowds watching, Jesus teaches powerfully,  emphasizing the importance of faith, exemplified by the withering of the cursed fig tree. He engages in profound discussions with religious leaders about His authority and the true meaning of obedience through the parables of the two sons and the evil farmers. Jesus skillfully navigates attempts to trap him with questions about taxes and resurrection, asserting the need to give to both God and Caesar. He reveals the greatest commandments: love for God and love for neighbor. In a striking moment, He critiques the religious elite while praising a poor widow who gives all she has, highlighting the importance of heartfelt sacrifice over mere financial contributions. This narrative encapsulates Jesus' authority, teachings on faith, and the call to genuine devotion.​

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:
Matthew 21:18-22, 23-32, 33-46 NLT
Matthew 22:15-22, 23-40, 41-46 NLT
Mark 11:19-33 NLT
Mark 12:1-12, 13-17, 18-27, 28-34, 35-40, 41-44 NLT
Luke 20:1-8, 9-19, 20-26, 27-40, 41-47 NLT
Luke 21:1-4 NLT

Holy Tuesday Evening

As the end of day draws near, Jesus prophesies the destruction of the Temple, prompting His disciples to inquire about the signs of the end times. From the Mount of Olives, He warns of false messiahs, global turmoil, and the urgency of preparedness for His return. Emphasizing the unpredictability of the end times, Jesus calls for vigilance and faithful stewardship. Meanwhile, as tensions rise, the religious leaders plot to arrest Him. In a poignant moment in Bethany, a woman anoints Jesus with expensive perfume, which He defends as a preparation for His burial, highlighting the significance of her act of love and devotion. This narrative encapsulates the themes of prophecy, betrayal, and profound faith in the face of impending challenges.

​SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:
Mark 13:1-37 NLT
Matthew 26:1-5 NIV
​Mark 14:1-9 NLT