What happens when we want to follow God, but our human weakness gets in the way?
In Mark 14, Jesus enters the Garden of Gethsemane knowing the pain that is coming. He is deeply troubled and overwhelmed with sorrow. Even Jesus needed godly friends around Him, and He turned to prayer in His darkest hour.
The disciples wanted to be strong, but they fell asleep. Jesus gave them a powerful truth: “The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.”
We know what it is like to want to do the right thing but still fail. The good news is that Jesus understands our weakness. Even better, He succeeded where we failed. He faced pain, fear, and suffering without giving up or disobeying God.
As we grow closer to Christ, our spirits become stronger. Prayer, godly friendships, and spiritual disciplines help us resist temptation and live more like Jesus.
Out of all the places that I figured I would eventually belong, a church would have definitely been at the bottom of that list. The people here are amazing and make life fun. I honestly couldn't see myself belonging anywhere else.
Joey Garringer
God has an amazing plan For your life. We want to help you find it.
This class lasts about one hour and is perfect for you if you want to learn more about Revolution Church. Meet the Pastor, hear about our beliefs, and how you can be involved. Ask any questions you have. There are no commitments necessary. Just see if Revolution is the right place for you.
