THEMES FROM THE SYNOPTIC GOSPELS AND THE ACTS OF THE APOSTLES (a) My soul is very sorrowful, even to death; remain here and watch with me. Give an account o...

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(a) After making this statement, Jesus went a little farther and fell on his face, praying and saying, "My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as you will." Then, he returned to his disciples and found them sleeping. He asked Peter to watch and pray with him, but they fell asleep again. Jesus prayed for the second and third time, and each time he found his disciples sleeping. Finally, he woke them up and said, "See, the hour is at hand, and the Son of Man is betrayed into the hands of sinners. Rise, let us be going; see, my betrayer is at hand."

(b) One can assist a fellow Christian going through challenges in various ways. First, by offering emotional support and encouragement, listening to them, and showing empathy. Second, by providing practical help, such as offering to help with tasks or providing resources they need. It is important to be genuine and compassionate in your efforts to assist and be willing to follow through with your offer of help.