But they understood none of these things, and this saying was hidden from them, and they did not understand what was said.
Luke 18:34
There are two reasons for this. First, the disciples had the common human malady of not paying attention to things that they do not feel completely certain about. We tend to operate on the basis of what we know vs what ‘might be’ so in our thinking.
Second, the Lord withheld the exact meaning. He wanted them to know something was coming, and that was a mercy. But He also kept them from knowing exactly what it was, and that was in accordance with His will.
Heavenly Father, thank You for knowing us so well! You alone can handle us properly. You know what we truly need and are the only hope we have. Thank You! In the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.