Dr. Luke is unique in his account of Jesus' appointing of the disciples in that he tells us what Jesus did in preparation:
Luke 6:12-13 12 Now during those days he went out to the mountain to pray; and he spent the night in prayer to God. 13 And when day came, he called his disciples and chose twelve of them...
Jesus spends the night talking with the rest of the trinity before he makes this incredibly important announcement of who would be his closest students and helpers. And he is God. How many important decisions do we make without even speaking to God? But Jesus prays all night.
He knew that these men would be excited to take the job. They didn't understand where it would lead - the pain and suffering they would endure - or how they would be killed in action. He knew each one's weaknesses and the stuff they would have to overcome. He knew what they would be giving up at home to travel with him. I am sure his time was spent praying for each one of them and their particular struggles and needs. In fact, scripture (Hebrews 7:25) tells us that Jesus is praying for us today - just as he prayed for the disciples then. He sits next to God - asking God for the things we need to serve him and to be whole.
How is Jesus praying for you today?
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