"Steadfastly"  is how the Gospel writer says Jesus "set his face toward  Jerusalem."  HE knew what awaited,  but obediently, intentionall, deteminedly,  he moved to what he knew was extreme physical and spiritual suffering  - and then death!

Would that my life were steadfast.  Especially now as I prepare to enter Lent and want to follow Jesus as he moves toward Calvary and beyond that to resurrection.  What difference will Easter make for me?   How will it be different from other Easters?

Jesus,  you walked the "lonesome valley" alone.  I cannot walk the path ahead alone.  But THANK YOU!,  Jesus,  for you are with me.  Open my eyes and heart and lifso I can let you lead.    Yes,  I would be steadfast.   Amen

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