Luke 22:20
Jesus' death on the cross is a sacrifice that reminds us of his love and provides us with salvation.
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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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."
Sermon Outline
- The Passover
- The Garden
- A points: - Not possible - Only way for us to be saved
- B points: - He had prophetic knowledge - Separation from the Father - My God, my God, why hast Thou forsaken Me?
- 'Why did he drink? Heb: ''Who for the joy that was set before him.'''
Key Quotes
“This do in remembrance of Me.” — Chuck Smith
“Who for the joy that was set before him.” — Chuck Smith
“My God, my God, why hast Thou forsaken Me?” — Chuck Smith
Application Points
- We must remember Jesus' sacrifice and the joy that was set before him as we live our lives.
- We can experience spiritual isolation and disconnection from God's presence and love if we are not in a right relationship with him.
- Jesus' death on the cross is the only way for us to be saved, and we must trust in his sacrifice for our salvation.