Day 313 (Matthew 26, Mark 14)

[@fratboytrey8675]

This reading had so many God shots that I couldn’t decide on one, rather my God shot is the whole story. Seeing all the pain and humiliation that Jesus had to go through just in the buildup for a sacrifice shows so many things about him, but the most stand out to me was his unfathomable love. All these people who mocked him betrayed him, humiliated him, and ultimately killed him are the people he is sacrificing himself for, but also all of us, so beautiful, our God is so good. I pray that we can all live our lives following him. God bless all of you today ✝️💪.

[@Trikkypac]

Your closing words in todays recap brought me to tears. Such a beautiful truth! Thank you TLC and TBR team! And most of all, thanks be to God! He is ehere the joy is🙏

[@DonZimmerman52]

How is my sin directly covered and taken away? Jesus is the Lamb of God, entering Jerusalem on lamb selection Sunday, then He’s nailed to the cross at the morning sacrifice and dying at the evening sacrifice, on the day that the Passover lambs are slain. He fulfills and completes the atonement for my sin, and God “tears His clothes” in grief by also removing the barrier (the Temple curtain) between us and Him in the Holy of Holies.

[@tracieaxley365]

Oh my gosh, this is SO GOOD!! 😭❤️😭❤️ Thank you for explaining these theories, they are just beautiful!!

[@bobbiebland6826]

Aloha, praise the Lord and good morning BR family. God has blessed us with another day reading, sharing and his words. By the Lamb of God’s blood our sins was taken away; by his death our lives are spared and by his provision eternal life. He is where the JOY is!!!❤

[@wendycossaboon1124]

Yay, for Tara Leigh!!! I’ve always questioned the 3 days and 3 nights. Finally I can explain it to others easily! Thank you! From the bottom of my heart, thank you! ❤

[@kerryw.5301]

Today's recap was filled with so many amazing nuggets to consider. Thank you TLC!

[@rroumeli]

Thank you for your detailed explanation of the days leading up to His crucifixion. I have always been confused by a Friday crucifixion. Your theory makes perfect sense to me.

[@DonZimmerman52]

In the Garden of Gethsemene, Jesus’ “soul is crushed with grief” (Matt 26:38). “Gethsemene” means “oil press,” and Jesus is pressed and crushed, His soul being poured out, like oil that anoints His sacramental death. He isn’t crushed with fear, dread, or futility, but grief. He knows the sorrow of loss, how it embeds deeply in our souls and stops us from moving. And He has a few responses: He falls prone, He prays, He submits to God’s will, and He asks for support from His friends. Importantly, His grief doesn’t end in death, but it passes through it on its way to Life. In Revelation, we’ll see Him “make all things new,” putting death to death and changing grief to Life.

[@DonnaYeldell]

I was looking towards the reading for the next few days and dreading having to read 4 accounts of Jesus's suffering and death. I'm just dreading the facts in writing, I can only imagine how much Jesus was dreading His future of suffering and dieing for us.

[@tammyblankenship6786]

I have heard that Jesus died on a Thursday for several years now. It does make sense since he was in the grave for 3 days. Praise God for His broken body and blood to save a sinner like me, so I could ask Him to come into my life and save me from all my sins.

[@AnchoredinHIM]

These passages today make my heart ache and break. To know that Jesus knew who His betrayer was, yet that person faked it to everyone around them. I'm sure the disciples were shocked when they saw Judas come with the men and take him away. I'm sure they were fearful for their own lives and maybe even wondered what Judas would say/do to them as followers. It hurts to be betrayed by people you think you can trust. Such a human flaw, but in this case, absolutely necessary for our redemption story. God knew what He was doing all along and I love how TLC points out that we needed Judas and his betraying heart. I also feel for Peter. He never believed he could betray the Man he loved so much. The thought of it made him angry. How many times have I told God I wouldn't deny Him yet I ignored the Holy Spirit's prompting or I acted in my own fleshly desires or fears? Then I hear the rooster crow (which isn't a rooster but something that makes me go, "Oh no!") and I realize what I have done. It makes me weep as it made Peter weep. I'm so grateful that Jesus was able to fulfill God's redemptive plan for my sinful heart. I'm so blessed to be able to remember Him and as His follower paricipate in the remeberence and partaking of communion. There's no magic in it but just the pause to remember all He has done for me. By His blood our sins are covered and by His death our lives are spared, and by His provision I confidently know that He's where the joy is. Have a blessed weekend. I have one more thing. As is mentioned in Luke 6, we must remember to love our enemies and pray for those who hate us. I can only imagine Jesus praying for Judas and all of the confused people who just didn't take the time to understand His well meaning, good, life giving intentions. Sometimes people are too caught up in their own junk to realize that others peoples intentions aren't meant to he hurtful. Instead of retaliating with anger and hatred, its always best to pray for their hearts, eyes, and ears to be open to the truth. The enemy is always at work trying to divide people and turn everyone against each other. In these moments, I encourage us all, especially myself, to turn it over to Him in prayer. It may not be my first thought, but I pray one day it will be my natural reflex. I'm thankful for His grace when I mess that up. ❤❤

[@valeriewhite2576]

Beautiful Splendid Awesome Savior 💯🤗❤️🙌🏾 Good morning bible Family He is truly where the Joy is Have a blessed day in His Presence ❤️

[@LynneSpires]

In my church tradition we have what we call Eucharistic visitors, requiring some training and discernment. Yesterday I was blessed to be able to deliver Eucharist to a parishioner in a local hospital. As I was getting everything ready, we heard on the intercom that lunch trays were ready to be delivered. I asked him if he’d like for me to wait. His response:”No the food you are bringing me with the Eucharist is far more important!” Wow!

[@diorocksmetalon5993]

That's beautiful! I'm Episcopalian and we do the same!

[@driverdave1298]

“Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.” John 1:29

[@paulinagalindo9433]

Amen 🙏

[@diorocksmetalon5993]

Hey Bible Readers!

[@antoinettehereford8180]

‭Mark‬ ‭14:36‬ ‭ESV‬ "And he said, 'Abba, Father, all things are possible for you. Remove this cup from me. Yet not what I will, but what you will.'" Our Great High Priest, Jesus Christ, came to die for our sins. And, it was a brutal death. Even though He knew this was the Father's will, Jesus still prayed that this be taken away from Him. There are things that we will go through that we wished we didn't have to, but this reminds me that even though there will be trials and temptation, the Lord will strengthen us to bear through it. Praise His holy name! Thank You, Lord, for providing the perfect sacrifice in Jesus.

[@diorocksmetalon5993]

Amen!

[@deborahgoodwin9559]

Thank you Lord for your sacrifice amen

[@paulinagalindo9433]

Amen 🙏

[@jeffandvikipendergrass]

Matthew 26:53, "Do you think that I cannot call on my Father, and he will at once put at my disposal more than twelve legions of angels?" Jesus willing went to the cross for us, submitting to the will of the Father. ❤️

[@susanepperson2957]

This is my God shot for today! He could have called 10,000 angels, yet He was in the will of His Father.

[@jeffandvikipendergrass]

@@susanepperson2957 yes! 🙌🏽

[@elizabethdanner3681]

I have wonder how my church came up with the timeline 3 days and 3 nights if he died Friday and got up with all power on Sunday. Thank you for sharing your thoughts

[@libbymelton1567]

I have wondered about the three days for a long time and thank you so much Tara Lee for helping me understand. My thoughts were just like you said about Jesus dieing on Thursday in order to fulfill His prophecy. Thank You God for loving us and sending our precious Jesus to die on the cross for ALL of us!🙌❤️

[@lynne3830]

Wow, wow, wow....I am overwhelmed after hearing that passover theory and how it can possibly apply to Jesus. Bringing tears to my eyes - thank you Jesus ❤️

[@raenellcrisp999]

Thank you very much, Tara Leigh, for taking the time to explain the timeline of Jesus death. I never understood how, because in my mind it was only two days. Your explanation makes sense to me. Thank you! I appreciate you and your team!

[@chariswhaley8798]

I grew up learning about Jesus' trial. But today I noticed about a young man in linen cloth, following Jesus.When Jesus was arrested the young man man fled nakedly. Who was that young man? It doesn't mention who he was, but I had never noticed it before. It was found in Mark 14:21

[@diorocksmetalon5993]

Thank you for this! I'll pay attention today when I read!

[@thedanaherfamily2970]

I noticed the same thing and I have never noticed that before.

[@corinadison7459]

I just noticed these two verses as well.

[@davey556]

It’s speculated by biblical scholars that it’s John Mark (author of Gospel Mark as it’s only gospel that mentions it) but it’s just that a speculation as the Bible provides no more details on who it was.

[@DonnaCole-yn7ro]

Thank you Terra for always recapping and opening up our hearts even more closer to Jesus and our Lord God by helping us understand by what you have learned and share with us daily… your where the Joy is too ❤

[@diorocksmetalon5993]

Amen!

[@rickwarner516]

Thank you team all things work for His glory ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@kellisuits3662]

I had to listen to this twice. So much to digest.

[@debbiedoeshealth]

I always listen twice and read the scripture in between

[@MarshaAJenkins]

The articles about which was the day of crucifixion and resurrection were quite helpful. I had long puzzled about working out three days and three nights. Thank You!!😊

[@jaymers66]

I can’t find the link in the description box. What are the names of the articles so I can look them up?

[@meganowens7288]

I loved the explanation about Jesus’s death possibly being on a Thursday. It’s so human how we all just stack hands on one theory that may not be the truth sometimes. I always would prefer to know the different possible explanations and (like TLC always says!) hold them with an open hand if they are not explicit in Scripture.

[@linacarmelasardo8458]

Yes, Jesus , waiting is hard. Amen 🙏

[@jeffandvikipendergrass]

In both the Matthew and Mark passages, the account of Jesus being anointed is recounted. Jesus says wherever the gospel is preached, what this woman has done will also be told in memory of her and it has been. ❤️

[@crucifiedfaith]

Praise GOD for giving us the Bible recap

[@billybigelow411]

Great Recap, TLC- you gave us a lot to think about!

[@Scenic.Tn.Properties]

Judas took part in eating the bread, but he did not partake in drinking the wine. He left right after eating the bread. 8:40

[@allisonc9645]

Hi! What verse does it say this? ( I’m in Tennessee too!)

[@steveandgailpeachey6833]

So good!

[@CotishaMcNair]

I thank you Jesus Christ for dying for our sins. The precious lamb of God he was the sacrificial lamb for our sins. I love this he is where the joy is. 🙌🏽🙏🏽

[@tachiadace8156]

Finally someone besides my pastor Maurice McClendon explains Jesus died on what we call Thursday, but Jewish day is actually Feiday. Thank you TLC.

[@amylynn1345]

I too have always been confused by the Friday crucifixioin…..so this make sense to me….thank you for your explanation❤

[@rickwarner516]

Skin in the game for sure

[@traceyray6498]

Thank you for the links in the notes. ❤

[@diorocksmetalon5993]

Amen TLC!

[@bobbistearns9100]

Great explanation on the days. Thank you.

[@linacarmelasardo8458]

Really enjoyed this reading: I always tried to figure it out (3) days ; really then it could not have been Friday. Regardless, what is important is that Jesus died for us. Amen

[@sheilajohnson3383]

Totally makes sense. As soon as she said TH I was on board. It was moved to Friday for convenience. Companies don’t want to grant a Th holiday that is messy.

[@chinitamadrina2150]

Beautiful!

[@em-indigo]

Thank you!! I never realized that’s why he told them to eat the bread as his body and the wine as his blood. I didn’t think they actually ate that sacrificial lamb, I thought it went to the priests. So that makes SO MUCH SENSE now!!

[@gabchristie5305]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@MargaretHuff-l6m]

Thank you, Tara-Leigh, for the 5 prayers before Bible Recap. Would you consider adding one more? I have trouble ending the study with where a God-shot was. Thank you!

[@catherinescourtis]

Every time I read this and the other accounts of Jesus' not subtle hinting at His betrayer, I have to wonder, don't the others see and hear?! They're so worried it's them but then what? They're so relieved it's not that they don't care who it is and go about their meal? Or He hides it from them but at this point Jesus and Judas understand each other? Also wondering - do you (anyone) believe that Judas always meant to betray Jesus or that his heart was hardened at some point (when the girl poured oil on Him) and he snapped and betrayed Jesus? I think that if he was inherently evil he wouldn't have ended the way he did. Just me?

[@PhilTorrance]

The religious finally get their opportunity to arrest and try Jesus. All of the events fulfill numerous prophecies. His trial is our trial. He is innocent and we are not. He totally trusts in the Father’s Will.

[@diorocksmetalon5993]

Anen TLC!

[@helenmillsaps2493]

I have always wondered because it ðid not add u I to 3 days and nights

[@catherinescourtis]

Mt. 26:26 starts "As they were eating, Jesus took bread..." doesn't that indicate they ate their meal along with the communion?

[@robertdickson5689]

It’s too much to explain here, but consider that our communion is cup 3 of 4 of their Passover Seder.

[@Jennifer13515]

Thank you for the video. Saying “we see that God’s will always comes to pass” sounds fairly deterministic, it might be more careful to say something such as God works all things or uses all things that happen to accomplish His purposes (whether here on earth in time or in the end restoration, or both)

[@cathyrobinson2605]

General question... When did days begin to start at 12_am then if originally they started in the evening?

[@astrongmama]

The verses say it was on the day of unleavened bread. That seems to indicate it wasn't on one of the previous days. I think we assume a lot by saying they didn't eat lamb because the Scripture doesn't tell it specifically. I suppose I've always thought they did eat the lamb, but that part of the meal wasn't mentioned because it wasn't noteworthy. Also, the new Testament says he arose "on the third day." We know he arose on Sunday. Sunday is only the third day when Friday is the first day. If he had been crucified on Wednesday, the third day is Friday. If he had been crucified on Thursday, the third day is Saturday. The theory of Wednesday or Thursday crucifixion creates as many issues as it solves.

[@virginiafranklin1639]

Tara, I don’t know how to reach you with a question so I’m going to try here. I’d like a book of all my God shots that I entered along my journey this year. Is there anyway you can offer that to Bible Recap users?

[@DonZimmerman52]

I plan on scrolling back through each day and copying my God shots for the year.

[@diorocksmetalon5993]

Amen TLC!