Matthew 26:37
And he took with him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, and began to be sorrowful and very heavy.
Matthew 26:37
Jesus takes Peter and the two Jameses (the sons of Zebedee) with him and begins to be sorrowful and very heavy. The emotional depth here underscores the magnitude of the coming events. Jesus’ sorrow is not a result of personal fear alone; it is rooted in bearing the weight of humanity’s sin and the separations his mission would cause. The select group with him signals that inner agony is often carried in small, intimate circles of trust.
This scene highlights Jesus’ humanity—truly God and truly man. It shows that even the Son of God experiences deep sorrow, modeling for believers how to bring heavy burdens before the Father. The moment also foreshadows the weight of the cross and the cost of redemption.
- It’s okay to acknowledge deep sorrow; bring it to God in honest prayer.
- Lean on trusted friends for support in heavy seasons, but bring your deepest burdens to the Father.
- Practice spiritual disciplines that help you process grief and maintain hope.
Cross-References: Hebrews 4:15-16; Psalm 42:11; Isaiah 53:3-6; Romans 8:26-27