Sermon Recap

• Pastor Bep asked us to consider the power dynamics in the story of Jesus’ arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane.

• The Pharisees and Roman officials show up with physical displays of power: big numbers and weapons.

• Jesus, however, displays his power through choosing submission to his arrest and by speaking truth instead of turning to manipulation or force.

• Peter tries to step in to use power to control the situation by cutting off someone’s ear, and Jesus instead, uses his power to heal - to restore.

• She invited us to consider how we might use our power for the good of others and the good of the whole.

Reflection Questions

• Where in your life are you most tempted to use force or manipulation to get your own way? Why do you think that is?

• What do you think about the idea that Jesus’ submission is a demonstration of power?

• How might you choose submission this week for the good of others?

• How might you use your other kinds of power this week for the good of others?

A song to reflect on this Lenten season.