We must use the life of Jesus as an example to lead us to our God-given purpose. He came in human form yet He was divine. He wanted to feel everything we did so He could fulfill His purpose. He is a classic example of one who was rejected from his birth, yet he remained faithful to God despite of all the hurt and rejection He suffered.
Jesus had many friends. He had very close ones who ate with him, slept where He did, and were up close and personal. They saw His secrets. They saw Him naked, yet in His hour of need, no one stood with Him. That had to hurt. Those who said I’ll die for you were over in a corner cursing saying they didn’t know Him. Now, if Jesus can survive all that hurt, we can too. He was, and still is, our perfect example of the forgiveness that will lead to healing. If you don’t allow bitterness to destroy or distract you, you too will be able to look at your cross (purpose) and despite the wounds, still do it all for the glory of God.
From his family, to His disciples to the Church, Jesus remained faithful to God. Once Jesus saw His purpose from the beginning to end, He proposed to finish His course.
Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God. (Hebrews 12:2)
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