Today is called Passion or Holy Monday! The Lord Jesus left Bethany with His disciples in the morning of this day (see Matthew 21:18; Mark 11:11). He cursed a barren fig tree on their way to the city of Jerusalem (Matthew 21:19; Mark 11:12-14).

While in Jerusalem, the Lord Jesus cleansed the Temple for the second time in His ministry (Matthew 21:12-16; Mark 11:15-18; Luke 19:45-48; cf. John 2:13-25).

On this same day, some Greek proselytes, who went up to worship at the feast in Jerusalem requested to see Him (see John 12:20-26). The Lord also predicted His crucifixion—the necessity of the Son of Man to be lifted up (John 12:27-36).

He was rejected by some Jews—they did not believe in Him (John 12:37-43). The Lord made a final public appeal to the unbelieving multitude—the summary of His mission (John 12:44-50).

Finally, He left the city of Jerusalem in the evening and returned to Bethany with His disciples for the night (Matthew 21:17; Mark 11:19).

Blessings!

Ike Ozuome

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