Jesus takes the Passover with His disciples and is betrayed by Judas.
Luke 22: The Plot to Kill Jesus
1 Now the Feast of Unleavened Bread drew near, which is called the Passover.
2 And the chief priests and the scribes were seeking how to put him to death, for they feared the people.
Judas to Betray Jesus
3 Then Satan entered into Judas called Iscariot, who was of the number of the twelve.
4 He went away and conferred with the chief priests and officers how he might betray him to them.
5 And they were glad, and agreed to give him money.
6 So he consented and sought an opportunity to betray him to them in the absence of a crowd.
The Passover with the Disciples
7 Then came the day of Unleavened Bread, on which the Passover lamb had to be sacrificed.
8 So Jesus sent Peter and John, saying, "Go and prepare the Passover for us, that we may eat it."
9 They said to him, "Where will you have us prepare it?"
10 He said to them, "Behold, when you have entered the city, a man carrying a jar of water will meet you. Follow him into the house that he enters
11 and tell the master of the house, 'The Teacher says to you, Where is the guest room, where I may eat the Passover with my disciples?'
12 And he will show you a large upper room furnished; prepare it there."
13 And they went and found it just as he had told them, and they prepared the Passover.
Institution of the Lord's Supper
14 And when the hour came, he reclined at table, and the apostles with him.
15 And he said to them, "I have earnestly desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer.
16 For I tell you I will not eat it until it is fulfilled in the kingdom of God."
17 And he took a cup, and when he had given thanks he said, "Take this, and divide it among yourselves.
18 For I tell you that from now on I will not drink of the fruit of the vine until the kingdom of God comes."
19 And he took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to them, saying, "This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me."
20 And likewise the cup after they had eaten, saying, "This cup that is poured out for you is the new covenant in my blood.
21 But behold, the hand of him who betrays me is with me on the table.
22 For the Son of Man goes as it has been determined, but woe to that man by whom he is betrayed!"
23 And they began to question one another, which of them it could be who was going to do this.
Who Is the Greatest?
24 A dispute also arose among them, as to which of them was to be regarded as the greatest.
25 And he said to them, "The kings of the Gentiles exercise lordship over them, and those in authority over them are called benefactors.
26 But not so with you. Rather, let the greatest among you become as the youngest, and the leader as one who serves.
27 For who is the greater, one who reclines at table or one who serves? Is it not the one who reclines at table? But I am among you as the one who serves.
28 "You are those who have stayed with me in my trials,
29 and I assign to you, as my Father assigned to me, a kingdom,
30 that you may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom and sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel.
Jesus Foretells Peter's Denial
31 "Simon, Simon, behold, Satan demanded to have you, that he might sift you like wheat,
32 but I have prayed for you that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned again, strengthen your brothers."
33 Peter said to him, "Lord, I am ready to go with you both to prison and to death."
34 Jesus said, "I tell you, Peter, the rooster will not crow this day, until you deny three times that you know me."
Scripture Must Be Fulfilled in Jesus
35 And he said to them, "When I sent you out with no moneybag or knapsack or sandals, did you lack anything?" They said, "Nothing."
36 He said to them, "But now let the one who has a moneybag take it, and likewise a knapsack. And let the one who has no sword sell his cloak and buy one.
37 For I tell you that this Scripture must be fulfilled in me: 'And he was numbered with the transgressors.' For what is written about me has its fulfilment."
38 And they said, "Look, Lord, here are two swords." And he said to them, "It is enough."
Jesus Prays on the Mount of Olives
39 And he came out and went, as was his custom, to the Mount of Olives, and the disciples followed him.
40 And when he came to the place, he said to them, "Pray that you may not enter into temptation."
41 And he withdrew from them about a stone's throw, and knelt down and prayed,
42 saying, "Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me. Nevertheless, not my will, but yours, be done."
43 And there appeared to him an angel from heaven, strengthening him.
44 And being in an agony he prayed more earnestly; and his sweat became like great drops of blood falling down to the ground.
45 And when he rose from prayer, he came to the disciples and found them sleeping for sorrow,
46 and he said to them, "Why are you sleeping? Rise and pray that you may not enter into temptation."
Betrayal and Arrest of Jesus
47 While he was still speaking, there came a crowd, and the man called Judas, one of the twelve, was leading them. He drew near to Jesus to kiss him,
48 but Jesus said to him, "Judas, would you betray the Son of Man with a kiss?"
49 And when those who were around him saw what would follow, they said, "Lord, shall we strike with the sword?"
50 And one of them struck the servant of the high priest and cut off his right ear.
51 But Jesus said, "No more of this!" And he touched his ear and healed him.
52 Then Jesus said to the chief priests and officers of the temple and elders, who had come out against him, "Have you come out as against a robber, with swords and clubs?
53 When I was with you day after day in the temple, you did not lay hands on me. But this is your hour, and the power of darkness."
Peter Denies Jesus
54 Then they seized him and led him away, bringing him into the high priest's house, and Peter was following at a distance.
55 And when they had kindled a fire in the middle of the courtyard and sat down together, Peter sat down among them.
56 Then a servant girl, seeing him as he sat in the light and looking closely at him, said, "This man also was with him."
57 But he denied it, saying, "Woman, I do not know him."
58 And a little later someone else saw him and said, "You also are one of them." But Peter said, "Man, I am not."
59 And after an interval of about an hour still another insisted, saying, "Certainly this man also was with him, for he too is a Galilean."
60 But Peter said, "Man, I do not know what you are talking about." And immediately, while he was still speaking, the rooster crowed.
61 And the Lord turned and looked at Peter. And Peter remembered the saying of the Lord, how he had said to him, "Before the rooster crows today, you will deny me three times."
62 And he went out and wept bitterly.
Jesus Is Mocked
63 Now the men who were holding Jesus in custody were mocking him as they beat him.
64 They also blindfolded him and kept asking him, "Prophesy! Who is it that struck you?"
65 And they said many other things against him, blaspheming him.
Jesus Before the Council
66 When day came, the assembly of the elders of the people gathered together, both chief priests and scribes. And they led him away to their council, and they said,
67 "If you are the Christ, tell us." But he said to them, "If I tell you, you will not believe,
68 and if I ask you, you will not answer.
69 But from now on the Son of Man shall be seated at the right hand of the power of God."
70 So they all said, "Are you the Son of God, then?" And he said to them, "You say that I am."
71 Then they said, "What further testimony do we need? We have heard it ourselves from his own lips."
Things to think about…
1. In Luke 22 we see a sharp change in the spirit of things. The opening verse says that people wanted Jesus dead. Then from verses 3-6 Satan enters Judas and from that point on he seeks out ways he can betray Christ. The Scriptures testify about Judas and those that would reject Christ, Ps 69:22-28. Did Judas have any choice or was he ‘predestined’ to be a betrayer and he just went mindlessly going about his business? Do you remember any other part of the scriptures that describe Judas’ character before this point? In Romans 1 it speaks of God handing people over to their desires. Judas was in this camp. He is simply carrying out his heart’s desire.
2. Look at Luke 22:7-13. Jesus has everything planned out. Just as when He entered Jerusalem and the disciples were told about the donkey upon which He would ride in on, so here as He prepares for the Passover we read “a man carrying a jar of water will meet you”, vs 10ff. The disciples just needed to obey. It’s the same with us. What has the Lord told you to do? Have you maintained an open ear and a willing heart in His call and challenge? How can this be tested?
3. In Luke 22:14-23 Jesus institutes the Lord’s Supper. What does this sacrament mean for you? As a Christian, is there ever a time when you shouldn’t take it? Why do you believe this to be the case? Certainly, when our heart and actions aren’t reflecting the gospel, especially with our interactions with another believer may be a logical time not to partake. But remember that we are kept in a relationship with Christ by grace and not of works. A heart that acknowledges this reality as well as its own sinfulness should always feel welcomed at the table.
4. The disciples are arguing again as to who is the greatest, Luke 22:24-30. Earlier Jesus taught them to be like a child and said, “for such is the kingdom of heaven”. Pride and sinful ambition stop the work of humility and grace. Yet we know the Apostles will have very prominent positions in heaven, Luke 22:30. What place are you hoping for when you get to heaven? The last shall be first.
5. Do you ever feel like Peter as described in Luke 22:31-34? Jesus has prayed for you, even though Satan has asked to sift you, you still believe ‘it’ll be right, I won’t fall’. Jesus uses these situations to show how powerful Satan is and how weak we are. Can you think of a situation where you have denied Christ? What is the difference between Judas and Peter in their denials of Jesus? We know Peter would ultimately be restored, whereas Judas would take his own life.
6. Look at the dialogue in Luke 22:35-38. Jesus says to sell your cloak to buy a sword, the disciples show him two swords. Jesus then says, “that’s enough”. Jesus effectively says, ‘forget it, you don’t understand’. Jesus expresses exasperation at their dullness. Why did He mention a sword in the first place? Have a look at the context and what He was about to undergo. Peter no doubt uses one of these swords to cut off the right ear Malchus’s servant. Peter is still doing things in his own strength. Lord help us move more in the Spirit and less in the flesh.
7. We see Peter’s denial in Luke 22:54-62. It says that the Lord turned and looked at Peter. Only Luke brings this out. I am always struck by this verse. How do you think He looked at Him? How did Peter feel do you think? I think Jesus looked at Peter with love and compassion, knowing Peter was racked with guilt. Peter would be restored but would have to firstly be brought low through Jesus telling Peter that he would deny Him.
Look at the hatred expressed towards Jesus in Luke 22:63-71. They ask plainly ‘are you the Christ’? He says they won’t believe Him if He says He is the Christ. He tells them He is and guess what…they don’t believe Him. Many people already have their minds made up about Jesus. It doesn’t matter what you tell them, they have already decided what they believe regarding who He is. What convinced you that Jesus was in fact the Christ? In Luke 23:4, 22 Pilate is clearly struggling to come up with any justification as to why Jesus should be put to death. Do you have any empathy for Pilate in this regard? He had to keep the peace, otherwise his authority would be challenged by Caesar Tiberius in Rome, and the people were almost rioting. The pax romana – the Roman peace must be maintained by the Roman rulers. If it was not maintained they would be under discipline.
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Prayer Points
1. ‘One for Israel’ have asked for our prayers. There is another court case this month against them for proclaiming Jesus as Israel’s Messiah. The message of Yeshua is seen as anti-Israel and could have profound consequences, potentially leading to the gagging of the gospel in Israel
2. Members quarterly meeting next Sunday - New members will be voted upon. See CBC’s Youtube page if you need to see the new members classes.
3. Pray for peace over the Israel/Gaza, Ukraine/Russian wars.
4. New Life group starting soon in Fernvale/Lowood after membership course
5. Those that haven’t come to church for a while to return.
6. Revival over our city.
7. Finances to cover our needs
8. Pray for PlayPatch, Kids church, Creche and Kids Hope at Karalee State school.
9. Growth, conversions, joy in the Word and Spirit to increase.
Praise Points
1. Final session of New Members completed. We look forward to welcoming new members next Sunday
2. More visitors on Sunday
3. The Lord’s grace over our lives and country
4. Café, music, kids church, admin, sound and technical team every week
5. Joy, peace and grace we see at CBC. Thankyou Lord
Announcements
1. Quarterly Members Meeting 25th May after church.
2. Ministries this week. Life groups, Kids@Church, Kids Hope - Karalee.
3. PlayPatch 1-5yos, Fridays 9:30am at church.
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Catechism questions for May...
Q. 32. What is a change of heart called? A. Regeneration.
Bible References – Titus 3:5-7.
“Call to me and I will answer you, and will tell you great and hidden things that you have not known” Jer 33:3
