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He went from them about as far as one can throw a stone. He lowered himself to the ground, fell on his face, and sent his voice to Creator, “If you want, my Father, you can take this bitter road of pain and sorrow away from me, but even so I want to walk your path, not my own.” The night was silent and cold as Creator Sets Free (Jesus) trembled and prayed. The powers of darkness were pressing in hard.

But I have prayed for you that your failure will not turn you from the good road. When you turn back once again, then help the others to do the same.”

Creator Sets Free (Jesus) took some of the frybread, lifted it up, and gave thanks. He broke it into pieces, gave some to each of his followers, and said, “This is my body, my gift to you. Take it and eat it. Do this to remember me.” They all passed the frybread around the table and ate it with wondering hearts, because this was something new. Creator Sets Free (Jesus) was showing his followers that this ancient ceremony was finding its full meaning in him.

In the same way, after the meal was over, he took a cup of wine, lifted it up, and gave thanks. He gave it to his followers and said, “This cup of wine is for the new peace treaty. It is my lifeblood poured out for you.”

In great agony he prayed with renewed strength, until his sweat began to fall like great drops of blood watering the ground.

This will not be the way of the ones who walk my road. The greatest among you will be least, like a child, and the rulers will be like household servants.” He let his words sink into their hearts.

Creator Sets Free (Jesus) looked at him with sad eyes and said, “Stands on the Rock (Peter) , listen to me! Before the rooster crows, this very night, you will deny that you know who I am. Not once, not twice, but three times.” Creator Sets Free (Jesus) knew that trouble was coming