When you think about it, you realize Jesus had the power to resist going to the cross. After all, He deliberately prevented the Jewish leaders from arresting Him before the time was right according to His and God’s plan. Even as the hour approached, He prayed for God to take this cup from Him. He knew what He would suffer, and the human side of Him wanted to avoid the agony awaiting Him. But even as he prayed for God to take the cup away, He added, “Not My will, but Yours.” Above all, Jesus was in the center of His Father’s will. He would die. But He would also rise again. He died for us. And then He rose for us, giving those who believe victory over death. Jesus was in the center of His Father’s will, and as His followers, that’s where we need to be.