Honor the Sacrifice - Maundy Thursday - Year B

Honor the Sacrifice

Tony E Dillon-Hansen

Reflection based upon the Passion of our Lord from Mark 14-15

Opening prayer

This night, we recall the harrowing journey from supper with friends to horrific death before all. 

Blame is not our focus tonight, although there is plenty to be had.

In this sacrifice, we remember that Jesus suffered for us and our salvation.

We are reminded to raise a voice against violence and injustice whenever we see it – even (and especially) when it is inconvenient. Maybe that is how we truly honor Jesus’s sacrifice (and the many who followed) – to be willing to speak up.

Through all of this, keep in mind: Jesus prevails despite perverse injustice and corruption.  

Still, there is a question for us to consider: Why did he?  

When you hear verses of injustice, pain and suffering, Jesus is whispering, “you are worthy.” 

Jesus endured this because you are worthy of all God’s gifts.

Reconcile fears and guilts. Let God guide our hearts and minds.

Let the spirit of God give us courage to honor this sacrifice.

Beloved, let God move you and be with you. 

Thanks Be to God.