Before His arrest, Jesus gathered with His closest followers. After teaching them, He knew what was to come and so He prayed (John 17). He prayed that God would be glorified through Him. He thanked His Father for the privilege of unfolding the Father's will in showing Himself to these closest followers. He prayed that …
Jesus Knew
When Jesus came into Jerusalem, He knew what was to come. He was under no illusions about the hopes of the crowd that greeted Him with shouts of "Hosanna!" and "Blessed is the king of Israel!" (John 12:13). He knew they would turn on Him when He failed to bring the kingdom they so desired. …
Matthew Erickson 