When Jesus said, “…the hour has come,” He knew what awaited Him. He had the power to walk away, to toss aside the bitter cup, but He went to that hour with one goal: to glorify the Father. Despite His authority, He submitted to the cruel cross. And because He did—because HE LIVES—eternal life is ours for the receiving. Such unselfish, overwhelming, inconceivable love Jesus displayed for the Father…and for us.
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