Day 13 of our 47-day journey with Jesus to the cross.

Author: Elizabeth Parks

Voice: Molly Inskeep

As Jesus stands before an unjust tribunal, what appears to be weakness is actually restrained power and unwavering obedience. In declaring Himself the Son of Man who will be “seated at the right hand of Power,” Jesus points beyond the cross to His exaltation, victory, and coming glory. This episode reminds us that through union with Christ, believers share in that risen position—anchored not in present darkness, but in the eternal triumph of the One who reigns.

Scripture

1. Matthew 26:57-64, Ephesians 2:4-6

Reflection Questions

1. How do you think the disciples must have felt as they watched Jesus on trial before the high priest?
2. What situations in your life make you feel helpless or hopeless?
3. Never forget that this life is not the end of the story. Eternity awaits us, and no eye has seen, no ear has heard what awaits us there. Hope is never lost! What feels heavy or hopeless in your life right now? How does that situation change when you truly believe that eternity is your reality?

Kid-Friendly Question

1. How do you think Jesus felt when people said mean or untrue thingsabout Him?
2. Heaven is our forever home! What do you think heaven will be like? How does thinking about heaven make you feel better when things are hard?

Spiritual Practice - Meditation & Memorization

Spend some time memorizing and meditating on these verses:

“But God, being rich in mercy becauseof the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ – by grace you have been saved – and raised us up with him and seated us with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus.” Ephesians 2:4-6