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  LUKE 22:20
  by Chuck Smith
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Summary: Jesus' death on the cross is a sacrifice that reminds us of his
love and provides us with salvation.

Topics: "Suffering and Redemption", "The Last Supper"
Scripture References: Psalm 22:1, Isaiah 53:5, Matthew 26:39, Mark 14:36, Luke 22:20, John 3:16, John 15:13, Romans 5:8, Hebrews 12:2, 1 Peter 2:24

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DESCRIPTION
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Chuck Smith explores the significance of the Last Supper, emphasizing
the new meaning of the bread and cup as a remembrance of Jesus'
sacrifice. He reflects on Jesus' anguish in the Garden of Gethsemane,
where He wished for the cup of suffering to pass but ultimately accepted
it as the only path to salvation. Smith highlights Jesus' prophetic
knowledge of the pain and mockery He would endure, including physical
suffering and spiritual separation from the Father. Despite this, Jesus
chose to drink from the cup for the joy set before Him, demonstrating
His love and commitment to humanity's redemption.

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CONTENT
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I. THE PASSOVER.

A. The new interpretation for the bread and cup. "This do in remembrance
of Me."

II. THE GARDEN.

A. "Let this cup pass."

1. Not possible.

2. Only way for us to be saved.

B. Why didn't he want to drink?

1. He had prophetic knowledge.

a. He knew the mockery.

b. He knew the pain.

1. Plucked beard.

2. Crown of thorns.

3. Whipping post.

4. Spikes in hands and feet.

5. Hanging.

2. "My God, my God, why hast Thou forskaen Me?"

a. Separation from the Father.

C. Why did he drink? Heb: "Who for the joy that was set before him."

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/chuck-smith/luke-2220/
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