Luke 13:31-35
Lament over Jerusalem
31 At that very hour some Pharisees came and said to him, "Get away from here, for Herod wants to kill you." 32 And he said to them, "Go and tell that fox, 'Behold, I cast out demons and perform cures today and tomorrow, and the third day I finish my course. 33 Nevertheless, I must go on my way today and tomorrow and the day following, for it cannot be that a prophet should perish away from Jerusalem.' 34 O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, the city that kills the prophets and stones those who are sent to it! How often would I have gathered your children together as a hen gathers her brood under her wings, and you would not! 35 Behold, your house is forsaken. And I tell you, you will not see me until you say, 'Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!'
Prayer for the Day
Lord Jesus, You walked steadfastly toward Jerusalem, undeterred by threats and rejection, driven by love and the call of the Father. Give me the courage to follow Your path, trusting in Your timing and purpose. Soften my heart to receive Your embrace and help me not to turn away from Your mercy. Gather me under Your wings, that I may dwell in Your peace and proclaim Your name with boldness. Amen.
