Pause, if you will, and picture Him in your mind. Behold this lone figure out in front, fully aware and informed of what awaits Him in Jerusalem. See Him steadfast in heart, determined, setting the pace for His disciples. striding purposefully forward.
Where?
To Jerusalem.
Why?
To die.
He will not be deterred. He's full of resolve as He keeps this appointment made in eternity past. Relentlessly He proceeds to a place where He'll be betrayed and arrested, where He'll be accused and condemned, where He'll be mocked and spit upon and flogged and ultimately executed. And there's no hesitation, no reluctance in His steps. Though unimaginable suffering is before Him, He's walking ahead, leading the way.

-C.J. Mahaney [Humility]