Week of March 28, 2025

“Now it came to pass, when the time had come for Him to be received up, that He steadfastly set His face to go to Jerusalem,” Luke 9:51 (NKJV)

As we prepare our hearts for Easter, we must remember that Jesus was intentional about His journey to the cross. Luke tells us that He set His face toward Jerusalem. He knew what awaited Him - betrayal, suffering, and death – yet He walked forward in obedience to the Father’s will.

This is a reminder that following Christ requires a steadfast heart. There are times in our lives when obedience to God is difficult when the path ahead is uncertain. But just as Jesus trusted the Father’s plan, we can trust that God is working all things for His glory and our good.

As Easter draws near, take time to reflect:

Are there areas in your life where God is calling you to greater obedience?
Should you align your heart more fully with His will?
Are there distractions that are pulling you away from your walk with Christ?

Like Jesus, set your heart on the things of God. Each day this week, surrender an area of your life to Christ. Resolve to walk in obedience to Christ, just as He did on His way to Jerusalem.

God Bless, Pastor Rick