Thus far, we have been following along with Jesus during His last week in Jerusalem, Passion Week (Holy Week). Beginning with Palm Sunday, then Holy Monday, it is now Holy Tuesday.
While on their way back to Jerusalem, Jesus and the disciples walked past the shriveled fig tree (Mark 11:13-14). Using it as an example, He then spoke to them about the importance of faith (Mark 11:20-26).
Meanwhile, the religious leaders had gathered at the temple. They were upset with Jesus because he had put himself as a spiritual expert. So, the chief priests and Pharisees plotted to snare and arrest him.
Instead, Jesus eluded their ambush and declared harsh judgment on them (Matthew 23:24-33). Subsequently that afternoon, they left the city for the Mount of Olives. It was here that Jesus gave the Olivet Discourse.
This prophetical sermon emphasized the end times. It is key to understand that Jesus is referencing Israel and not the church in this discourse (Matthew 24:1 – 25:46; Mark 13:1-37; Luke 21:5-36).
At the end of what was certainly an exhausting day full of conflict and forewarnings, Jesus and the disciples again returned to Bethany to lodge for the night.
I need to mention again that events in the biblical Gospels don't always follow the order in which they happened. The turbulent episodes of Holy Tuesday, including the Olivet Discourse, can be found in Matthew 21:23–24:51, Mark 11:20–13:37, Luke 20:1–21:36, and John 12:20–38.
Below is a brief video of Anne Graham Lotz reading about Jesus and Holy Tuesday from Scripture. I think you will find it most helpful!
Scripture: Zechariah 12:10–11; Psalm 110:1; Matthew 24:3; Acts 3:21; John 16:33
Prayer: "He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature, and he upholds the universe by the word of his power. After making purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high." - Hebrews 1:3 (ESV)
Love, peace, and happiness!
Kaitlyn
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