Author Darlene J Conard

The amber sun, with its stunning display of colors, gracefully faded as night descended, leaving behind a lingering glow that outlined the majestic mountains of Jerusalem. The disciples, visibly saddened, dropped their heads in a moment of heavy silence. Their faces reflected a mix of confusion and grief as they tried to comprehend the turn of events. Judas, one of their own, walked among them, his footsteps echoing a sense of betrayal as he had made the fateful decision to betray Jesus in exchange for thirty pieces of silver. While Peter denies Jesus, slicing the soldier’s ear off, Jesus unhesitant picks it up and heals it into place—wailing bursts from the throats of the passionately dedicated followers at the crucifixion. The earth trembled as the ground split open, seemingly reaching out to accept the blood of Jesus. The skies darkened and violent tremors shook both heaven and earth, as if nature itself was mourning the event. What happened? Slumber won with its cumbering embrace. “Yet a little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep: So shall thy poverty come as one that travelleth; and thy want as an armed man.” (Proverbs 24:33-34)

At the break of dawn, as the rooster’s crow pierced the silence, a haunting realization washed over Peter. The words of Jesus, spoken to him just hours earlier, echoed in his mind with relentless clarity. “Truly I say to you, that this night before the cock crows you’ll deny me three times.” The weight of those words bore down on Peter, stirring a tumult of emotions within him as he grappled with the impending fulfillment of Jesus’ prophecy. (Matthew 26:34)

The words of Jesus flowed from their hearts as they sat in astonishment. It seemed like hopelessness had gained the advantage.

“The LORD of hosts hath sworn, saying, Surely as I have thought, so shall it come to pass; and as I have purposed, so shall it stand,” … Isaiah 14:24

How often have we found ourselves wondering how many times we have asked the Lord for guidance? I’ll admit, I’ve certainly done it countless times!

He fearlessly faced death and triumphed over the depths of hell, emerging victorious against all odds.(Read Mark 16)

“Writing is my passion! This is how I envision the aftermath of the crucifixion. The greatest thing about the Bible is that everyone’s life story is written in it. Have you denied Jesus out of pressure? Are you lost, confused, and alone? Abused, physically or mentally, whatever state we find ourselves in, Jesus’ cords, mercy, grace, and compassion will reach beneath us, pulling us out if we accept it. “In my distress I cried unto the Lord, and he heard me.” Psalm 120 KJV

The Author sat them down to explain, “This will happen. You need to be prepared.” Like so many of us, we hear, however, don’t understand what God is going to do, what He says he’s going to do.

These words are not merely tales; they serve as guiding lights to navigate life’s various challenges. No matter the circumstance you encounter, the teachings found in the Word of God offer wisdom and guidance to guide you.

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