As Jesus journeyed to Jerusalem,
those along the way chanted words of praise:
“Hosana! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord.
Peace in Heaven and glory in the highest.”
From Luke 19; Mark 11; Matthew 21; John 12
Some Ideas to Contemplate:
- The story of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem for Passover invites us to consider the faith we need to confront fear and alleviate anxiety. Jesus—Master Mystic, Healer, Teacher, and Wayshower—has already alluded in each Gospel to the fact that he is disliked and disrespected. But he does not let others’ beliefs or opinions alter his intentions. He knows he is one with God (Higher Power, Supreme Universal Energy, etc.) and trusts that he can manage life’s challenges.
- Mystically and metaphysically, Jesus is confidently stepping into new life. Jerusalem, which symbolizes peace, is the place where he will fully claim his pure soul essence, the Christ. This is his only way to go, so his faith leads. He cannot afford to waste energy on potential threats and condemnation. The journey, not the destination, matters most.
- Neuroscience now proves what Jesus and other ancient healers knew: Our thoughts activate neurons within our bodies. When we affirm something—whether positive or negative—these neurons create a default circuit that imprints its energy within our bodies. Our brains, say neuroscientists, can run on fear or interest, but they cannot sustain them both at the same time. Therefore, we cannot be both afraid and faithful simultaneously. The stronger energy will run continually, and it will direct our intentions.
- Many of us hesitate to walk by faith because we focus more on the what might go “wrong” rather than on what might go “right.” Yet as Rev Ernest Wilson teaches in his 1935 Master Class Lessons, life unfolds based “not on what we have to meet, but on the way in which we meet it.” Our approach and attitude mean everything, because our subconscious mind does not know the difference between a positive and a negative. We can tell ourselves we are scared to death. Or we can declare that we are faithfully entering new territory.
Practices for the Week:
- Reflect, with self-compassion, on the ways you want to live faithfully.
- Imagine and visualize how your life might be if you continually affirmed your faith.
- Illustrate, journal, and/or record how your faith guides your journey.
You are a spiritual being with a radiant soul, living in a sacred body temple, having human experiences. Mastering your spiritual energy means you direct your intentions with faith, not fear, and focus on best outcome, not negative scenarios. Then you can honor your own soul essence and live confidently in all your glory.
© 2026 – Rev Jenn Sacks – All rights reserved.
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