This post is part of my week long series revisiting the movie Jesus Christ Superstar. Thanks for joining the journey!
Ted Neely’s powerful performance as Jesus in the garden of Gethsemane, gets me at the core of my being, every time.
Seeing the human fear and the weariness Jesus feels in this scene inspires me and even comforts me. He died for us in spite of his fear. His powerful connection with his loving Father gave him courage, but it was far from easy for him. Otherwise, He would not have asked for a reprieve.
This scene reminds me that each of us can deepen our connection with God, to give us courage to face our own trials, large and small.
We can ask God questions: Do you really want me to do this?
We can ask for help: Okay, God. Show me how. Help me feel your presence, your strength. Please give me the courage to do this.
Anything is Possible! 
April 2, 2015 at 12:44 pm
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April 2, 2015 at 7:27 pm
Thanks for the re-blog!
April 3, 2015 at 4:57 pm
Yes, JoAnne…yes we can! I am amazed sometimes that I don’t think to ask for help sooner!! But when I remember and I ask…I am always taken care of!! So beautiful ♡♡♡
April 4, 2015 at 3:43 am
Yep. It is amazing, Lorrie. I forget to ask for help sometimes, too. But you are right. We are taken care of. Sometimes we don’t even have to ask, but asking helps. It helps to remember that God is here for us, and all the things we’ve been through together.
March 26, 2016 at 7:36 am
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The rock opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, planted it’s seeds in fertile ground toward the end of my agnostic years. I loved the story and the music so much, I bought the album and learned most of the songs by heart. So here, I’m re-posting my favorite from last year’s series.
March 26, 2016 at 9:34 pm
Wow, I haven’t seen that in a long long time. Still gives me goosebumps. Thank you. Such an intense song and scene. I loved Jesus Christ Superstar! Also Godspell.
Have a beautiful, meaningful Easter, JoAnna.
Mary
March 27, 2016 at 4:43 am
Thanks, Mary. Wishing you a beautiful Easter and abundant blessings – day by day.
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