When Jesus was Troubled
What does “troubled” mean?
By definition, something shaken up that should be still, something has caused agitation.
In the gospel of John, there are three instances where we are told Jesus was troubled:
John 11: 33 Jesus was deeply moved in spirit and troubled.
John 12: 27 Jesus’ soul was troubled.
John 13: 21 Jesus was troubled in spirit.
The common denominator that linked these three instances was LOVE.
This brings John 3:16 to life as so much more than just a memory verse!
I Corinthian 13 – the love chapter. More than just verses shared at weddings.
Our response must be echoed in 1 John 4: 7-12: Love one another because God first loved us!
John Shewfelt
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