As Jesus drew near to Jerusalem, the weight of the moment pressed heavily upon His heart. Picture Him standing on that hillside, gazing at the city that had been the center of God’s promise, and in that moment, He wept. Yes, He wept—not for Himself, but for the people. His tears flowed for those who were missing the very essence of peace He longed to offer them.
Jesus cried out,
“If you had known, even you, especially in this your day, the things that make for your peace!” Oh, how profound! Here was the Savior, the very embodiment of peace, lamenting over a city that had turned a blind eye to His presence. It’s a heartbreaking scene, isn’t it? Jesus, the gentle Shepherd, cries out in anguish for the lost opportunities that surrounded Him.
This was a pivotal moment for the Jewish people. The leaders had rejected Him, and many followed suit. But what if they had opened their hearts to recognize Him as the Messiah? What if they had embraced the truth that stood before them? The path to peace was right there, and yet, they were blind to it.
But, even in judgment, the heart of God is full of compassion.
Jesus weeps! Yes, He weeps for the lost, for those who reject Him, for those who choose darkness over light. His heart breaks, even as justice is served!
You see, Jerusalem means “city of peace,” but they didn’t know how to find it. Jesus knew that their hopes for a political Messiah would lead to devastation in just a few short years. He saw the bigger picture, and it was heartbreaking.
Let’s not let that happen to us! We can choose to open our hearts and minds to what God is doing right now. Don’t wait for the “perfect” moment or the perfect life to embrace the peace He offers. Today is your day! Let’s lean into it. Let’s recognize what Jesus is doing in our lives and our world. He loves you, and He’s offering you peace that surpasses all understanding. So, let’s grab hold of it and share His love and Peace with all who will revive Him.
Corinthians 6:2, states, “Behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation.
