And they were in the way going up to Jerusalem; and Jesus went before them: and they were amazed; and as they followed, they were afraid. And he took again the twelve, and began to tell them what things should happen unto him,
I generally believe we are to set Christ rather than the apostles as our example. We learn from them as much from their mistakes as we do from their successes. Nevertheless, they were chosen by the Lord to lay the foundation for the church and for the faith we practice today. Paul taught the believers to follow him as he followed the Lord.[1] In this sense, following their example is akin to following Christ.
However, I see a great example from the apostles in this passage.
The apostles were "in the way" going to Jerusalem.
Jerusalem isn’t heaven, but this is the way that leads to eternal life. The way to Jerusalem is the way of the Cross, the way of worship, and the way of sacrifice—caring not for our lives but for Jesus.
The apostles had Jesus before them.
Wherever He leads us will be the right way. Any path led by Jesus is the right one. Keeping our eyes on Christ ensures we find our way.
The apostles were amazed.
As they followed Jesus, the apostles were amazed. They were amazed at His determination, His passion, and His love even for those who did not love Him.
How can one who truly follows Christ be anything other than amazed?
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Following Jesus: The Journey to Jerusalem
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