Carrying the Cross
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Jesus carries the cross to Golgotha, with the help of Simon.
Jesus carries the cross to Calvary
After being condemned to death by the governor Pilate, Jesus was mocked and scourged by the soldiers. He had to carry the heavy cross along the path of suffering toward Golgotha. Exhausted, the soldiers forced a passerby named Simon of Cyrene to help him carry the cross. Along the way, Jesus paused to comfort the women of Jerusalem who were weeping for him. He told them to weep for themselves and their children, for the difficult days to come. These events reveal the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus and invite each of us to become those who help carry the crosses of our neighbors in daily life.
Prayer
Sharing the cross with others
- Jesus invites us to carry the cross with him. This invitation is offered to every disciple on the journey of faith.
- Simon of Cyrene is a model for the disciple. We are called to share in the suffering of others.
Whenever you help someone in their struggle, you are truly carrying the cross with Jesus.
Prayer
Lord, may I be willing to help carry the crosses of those around me, so that I may become a true disciple of Yours.
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