As Christ is dying on the cross the others are casting lots for his clothes. Friends and enemies are looking out for themselves. Where are we standing beneath the cross?
The rich young man put his faith and trust in his wealth and accomplishments and had alienated himself from God. Where do we place our faith and trust?
Jesus physically carried his cross before he was nailed to it taking upon himself the punishment we deserve. He knew his father's plan for our salvation. How does this act shape us?
Jesus and his followers were challenged by religious leaders on observance of the law. Today in the life of Christians, the law of God becomes a life of love.