Jesus deeply loved his family, his disciples and his friends. He knew it was getting close to the time that he would have to give his life. He thought about those whom he loved and how they would be affected by what was about to happen (John 13:1-2).
God allows us to go through painful experiences for his glory (James 1:2-4; I peter 4:12-13). As we pray for ourselves (James 1:5) Let’s not forget those close to us will also be affected and pray for them as well (john 17; Ephesians 6:18).
