In Jerusalem during Passover many people put their faith in Jesus, because they saw him work miracles. But Jesus knew what was in their hearts, and he would not let them have power over him. No one had to tell him what people were like. He already knew.

John 2:23-25

It takes considerable schooling in self-understanding to discover the 'to hell with everything but me' that underlies the most innocent attitudes and actions. The crucified is no stranger, Sebastian Moore

Jesus is the only one who achieves the divine goal for all of humanity, the only person who has nothing to do with violence. Rene Girard

Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. Psalm 139:23-24

They desired to have power over him

The crowds response to Jesus is to control him. Whether acknowledged or not, the intent to manipulate him gathers shape. It's a tactic that Jesus is familiar with. As I listen to the crowds response within me what desire or challenge is stirred within me? Is there a prayer or action that emerges?