Dear God, Amen: The Crushing Before the Cross

In this powerful Dear God, Amen episode, Adam and Tony walk through the pivotal moments between the Last Supper and the Garden of Gethsemane, focusing on John 17 and the deep, emotional weight leading into Jesus’ arrest.They explore how the Gospel accounts come together—not as contradictions, but as a fuller picture of the most important story ever told. From Jesus’ high priestly prayer to the crushing anguish in Gethsemane, this episode highlights both the humanity and divinity of Christ.What does it mean that Jesus prayed for His disciples—and for us? How do we respond when God’s will is hard? And what can we learn from a Savior who felt overwhelming sorrow, yet chose obedience?This conversation dives into themes of sacrifice, unity, repentance, and surrender—reminding us that Gethsemane is not just a place of suffering, but a place of decision.As we prepare our hearts for Holy Week, this episode challenges us to ask: Are we willing to trust God, even when the pressure is crushing?Send us Fan Mail