Luke 21 - 22

Jesus, in Jerusalem at the temple, observed the giving habits of the worshipers.  One woman who only gave 2 of the smallest coins gave more than anyone else, as she gave all that she had (not just all she had in her pockets; but the last two coins left to her name).  The disciples were more concerned about when all the fantastic events that would inaugurate Jesus' kingdom would occur, so Jesus began to describe the general conditions of a world into which He would interject His kingdom.  Jerusalem would be destroyed before His kingdom would be established; the disciples were to themselves be watchful for these events and were to teach others to be watchful as well.  Judas, one of Jesus' disciples, decided to betray his master to the religious authorities during the time of the feast celebration.  Jesus' other disciples prepare for the Passover and celebrate it together.  Although Jesus makes it clear that He is aware of the betrayer's presence and plans, Judas continues to carry out his arrangement while the other followers argue over who will hold the greatest office in the coming kingdom.  Retiring after their meal to a garden, Jesus prays while His followers sleep.  Jesus is arrested by those led to the garden by Judas; the disciples scatter; Peter denies having any affiliation with the man from Galilee; Jesus is beaten and tried by the Sanhedrin (the rough equivalent of our Supreme Court).  He is found guilty of blasphemy for His claims to deity.