Station #2 - Jesus is betrayed by Judas and arrested

Mark 14v43-52 

Just as he was speaking, Judas, one of the Twelve, appeared. With him was a crowd armed with swords and clubs, sent from the chief priests, the teachers of the law, and the elders. 

Now the betrayer had arranged a signal with them: “The one I kiss is the man; arrest him and lead him away under guard.” Going at once to Jesus, Judas said, “Rabbi!” and kissed him. The men seized Jesus and arrested him. Then one of those standing near drew his sword and struck the servant of the high priest, cutting off his ear. 

“Am I leading a rebellion,” said Jesus, “that you have come out with swords and clubs to capture me? Every day I was with you, teaching in the temple courts, and you did not arrest me. But the Scriptures must be fulfilled.” Then everyone deserted him and fled. 

A young man, wearing nothing but a linen garment, was following Jesus. When they seized him, he fled naked, leaving his garment behind. 

Betrayed by his friends. Jesus is arrested, and then everyone deserts him, so fast that one even leaves his clothes behind. Where are you in this scene, when the authorities come to arrest Jesus?

Dear Lord, You were misunderstood and betrayed by those closest to you. Help me to understand your ways, Jesus, and to live my life true to you. Amen