It was fitting that God, for whom and through whom all things exist, in bringing many children to glory, should make the pioneer of their salvation  perfect through sufferings.

He had to become like his brothers and sisters in every respect, so that he might be a merciful and faithful high priest in the service of God, to make a sacrifice of atonement for the sins of the people. Because he himself was tested by what he suffered, he is able to help those who are being tested. –Hebrews 2.10;17-18

In the scripture readings of Holy Week, I take the part of someone in Christ’s life. Perhaps Peter, John, or Mary Magdalene.

This year, if I have the courage, I want to be the angel in Gethsemane.

On Holy Thursday I will get to comfort Jesus in his difficult hours in the Garden before he is taken into custody. (Luke:22) Walking the path of Christ’s life, leading to Calvary.

Knowing the profound love that led my Creator to do the unthinkable: To become the son of man, joining us in our suffering, this veil of tears, when He could have stayed in the eternal light. When the reality of this enters my soul, I weep.

When I do a role from scripture I experience Christ’s humanity. It does bring me closer to Jesus.

-Marianne Dreyspring