Tuesday of Holy Week
Pilgrims of Hope: Trusting God Even in the Midst of Betrayal


It’s Tuesday of Holy Week. We’re edging closer to the Cross—but don’t worry, we’re not just headed for suffering, we’re headed for Resurrection.

As one wise gogo from Garankuwa once said, “Even Good Friday has a Sunday morning.”
Let’s smile—because even when life gives us lemons, God is quietly at work making holy lemonade. 😊

In Isaiah 49, we hear of the Servant of the Lord, called from the womb and entrusted with a mission. At first, it seems too much—but God says, “It is too small a thing” to restore only Israel. The Servant is sent as a light to the nations. A reminder that our calling is bigger than we realise.

In Psalm 71, we find the words: “For you are my hope, O Lord; my trust from my youth.” This is not the voice of someone who has had an easy life—but of someone who has trusted God through many seasons.

In John 13, we enter a moment of deep tension. Jesus is troubled. He announces that one of His own will betray Him. Judas leaves into the night. Peter makes bold promises, but Jesus gently reminds him that even he will fall. And yet—Jesus keeps loving them.

Holy Week reveals that God knows the pain of betrayal, disappointment, and failure. And yet, He remains our faithful hope.

The Eucharist:

At this altar, Jesus gives Himself to us again—not because we are perfect, but because we are loved. The Eucharist is where grace meets our weakness and turns it into strength for the journey.

Question for Reflection:

  • How do I respond when others let me down—or when I fail myself? 
  • Do I hide from Jesus, or walk back to Him?

Daily Practical Application:

  • Today, offer a small act of kindness to someone who has disappointed you.

  • During the Jubilee Year, become a bridge-builder: forgive, reconcile, start again.

  • If you are struggling today, pray quietly: “Lord, be my light, even in the night of betrayal.”

We know betrayal in our history, in politics, even in families. But we also know ubuntu. We know the power of hope.

God calls us to be light-bearers in a land that has seen too much darkness. Pilgrims of Hope, even in our worn-out shoes.

Inspiration Quote:

"Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness." — Archbishop Desmond Tutu

Holy Week is honest about human failure—but it’s also bold about God’s faithfulness.

We walk this week not as perfect people, but as people holding onto hope.

Lord Jesus,

when I feel hurt, ashamed, or discouraged,
be my hope.
Teach me to trust You again,
to forgive, to begin anew,
and to walk as a Pilgrim of Hope.
Amen.



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