Handling Pressure Jesus' Way

Most who are engaged in ministry face the life-long struggle with saying “No,” especially out of fear of disappointing those we are called to love and serve. Having to make difficult decisions in the midst of the ongoing pressure of pleasing people can take us down a road of loneliness and isolation. Jesus faced these same pressures and expectations. From the story of the death of His dear friend, Lazarus. In his response to the sisters who were initially disappointed in Jesus’ inactivity, we learn how to handle pressure Jesus’ way (cf. John 11:11).