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Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
The cup which my Father hath given me - The cup signifies, sometimes the lot of life, whether prosperous or adverse: here it signifies the final sufferings of Christ.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Then said Jesus--"Suffer ye thus far" (Luk 22:51). Put up thy sword into the sheath: the cup which my Father hath given me, shall I not drink it?--This expresses both the feelings which struggled in the Lord's breast during the Agony in the garden--aversion to the cup viewed in itself, but, in the light of the Father's will, perfect preparedness to drink it. (See on Luk 22:39-46). Matthew adds to the address to Peter the following:--"For all they that take the sword shall perish by the sword" (Mat 26:52) --that is, 'Those who take the sword must run all the risks of human warfare; but Mine is a warfare whose weapons, as they are not carnal, are attended with no such hazards, but carry certain victory.' "Thinkest thou that I cannot now"--even after things have proceeded so far--"pray to My Father, and He shall presently give Me"--rather, "place at My disposal"--"more than twelve legions of angels"; with allusion, possibly, to the one angel who had, in His agony, "appeared to Him from heaven strengthening Him" (Luk 22:43); and in the precise number, alluding to the twelve who needed the help, Himself and His eleven disciples. (The full complement of a legion of Roman soldiers was six thousand). "But how then shall the scripture be fulfilled that thus it must be?" (Mat 26:53-54). He could not suffer, according to the Scripture, if He allowed Himself to be delivered from the predicted death. "And He touched his ear and healed him" (Luk 22:51); for "the Son of man came not to destroy men's lives, but to save them" (Luk 9:56), and, even while they were destroying His, to save theirs.
John Gill Bible Commentary
Then said Jesus unto Peter,.... By way of rebuke, and to prevent his repeating the blow, and that further mischief might not ensue; for such a bold imprudent action risked the lives of all the disciples, who, in all probability, would have fallen a sacrifice to the fury and resentment of these men, had not Christ interposed in this prudent manner; who, also, Luke says, touched the servant's ear and healed him, Luk 22:51, which no doubt tended greatly to conciliate their minds, and make them easy: put up thy sword into the sheath: Peter was not a proper person to bear the sword, and use it; it was a very daring attack, and a dangerous one, and was very unnecessary; since Christ could have defended himself, had he thought fit, without Peter's drawing his sword; and besides, for a word speaking, he could have had of his Father more than twelve legions of angels; and it was also contrary to the nature of his kingdom, which was not of this world, nor to be supported and defended in any such manner; and was, moreover, as much as in Peter lay, an hinderance of his sufferings, and of the execution of his Father's will and decree; wherefore he adds, the cup which my Father hath given me: by the cup is meant, the wrath of God, and punishment due to sin, endured by Christ in his sufferings, and is said to be given him by his Father; because he called him to these sufferings, they were appointed and determined by him; yea, he was even ordered, and commanded by his Father, to drink of this cup; justice mixed it up, and put it into his hands; and he took it as coming from his Father, who delighted in seeing him drink it up, as the stately of his people; and a dreadful one it was, a cup of trembling and astonishment, of curse, and not of blessing, of wrath and fury: the allusion seems to be to the master of the family, who appointed, and gave to everyone their cup: shall I not drink it? which expresses his, willingness to do it, his eager desire after it, his delight in it, and displeasure at Peter's attempt to hinder him; he being now perfectly reconciled in his human nature to drink it, though it was so bitter a potion: he found it was impossible, considering the decree of God, his own agreement, and the salvation of his people, that it should be otherwise; and besides, it was his Father's will and pleasure, he considered it as coming from him; and therefore cheerfully accepted it, and was, resolved to drink it up, and that nothing should hinder him. The Persic version reads it, "I will not give it to another to drink"; Peter, by this rash action, seeming as if he would have the cup out of Christ's hands, and have drank it himself; which, as it could not be, nor would Christ suffer it, so if he had, it would have been of no advantage to the salvation of his people.
John 18:11
The Betrayal of Jesus
10Then Simon Peter drew his sword and struck the servant of the high priest, cutting off his right ear. The servant’s name was Malchus.11“Put your sword back in its sheath!” Jesus said to Peter. “Shall I not drink the cup the Father has given Me?”
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(Genesis) 66 - Joseph's Last Words
By S. Lewis Johnson1.4K49:06JosephGEN 45:5PSA 23:4JHN 18:11ACT 2:23In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the last chapter of Genesis, specifically the events following Jacob's death. Joseph, Jacob's son, weeps over his father's body and commands the physicians to embalm him. The Egyptians mourn for Jacob for 70 days. The preacher emphasizes that vengeance belongs to the Lord and that God is the ultimate governor of the universe. He highlights Joseph's statement that although his brothers intended evil against him, God used it for good to preserve many people alive. The preacher also emphasizes that God's attention is concentrated everywhere and cites various Bible verses to support this point. He concludes by mentioning the responsibility of man in the crucifixion of Jesus, but also emphasizes that God's hand and purpose predestined it to occur.
The Appearing of Resurrection and the Giving of Power
By Newman Sze8201:22:11MAT 28:1MAT 28:19MRK 16:15LUK 24:44JHN 20:19JHN 21:25In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the 40 days that Jesus spent on earth after His resurrection. He explains that during this time, Jesus trained His disciples to shift their focus from external things to internal revelation, from the flesh to the Holy Spirit, and from the law to life. The speaker shares a personal anecdote about a turbulent airplane ride to illustrate the need for Christians to rise above fear and rely on the Holy Spirit. He concludes by urging the audience to prioritize their personal encounter with the Lord and the experience of being filled with the Holy Spirit.
True Discipleship
By K.P. Yohannan43925:04DiscipleshipMAT 10:38MAT 16:24MAT 26:39MRK 8:34LUK 9:23LUK 22:42JHN 18:11In this sermon, Brother K.P. Johannett emphasizes the importance of following God's will for our lives, even if it means sacrificing comfort and facing persecution. He urges listeners to consider the brevity of life and make decisions in light of eternity. Brother K.P. shares the story of a missionary who faced brutal persecution for his faith, highlighting the reality of the call to authentic Christianity. He concludes by expressing his desire for listeners to fall in love with Jesus and prioritize Him above all else. The sermon is based on John 18:11 and encourages a renewed passion for following Christ.
No Distinction Between What God Appointed and What God Permitted.
By F.B. Meyer0Acceptance of God's WillGod's SovereigntyGEN 45:82SA 16:11JOB 1:21PSA 37:5ISA 55:8MAT 6:10JHN 18:11ROM 8:28PHP 4:61PE 5:7F.B. Meyer emphasizes that both God's appointments and permissions are part of His divine will, using examples from Job, Joseph, David, and Jesus to illustrate that even when faced with adversity, it is essential to recognize God's sovereignty. He encourages believers to accept God's will, even when it comes through painful experiences, and to find peace in submission rather than resistance. Meyer reassures those struggling with grief or resentment towards God that it is acceptable to express emotions, but true resignation begins with a willing heart. By repeatedly affirming 'I will Thy will,' one can transition from reluctance to delight in God's plan. Ultimately, Meyer teaches that acceptance of God's will leads to spiritual growth and peace.
Subjection Under God's Chastisement
By A.W. Pink0Submission to GodGod's ChastisementLEV 10:12SA 16:10NEH 9:32JOB 11:12PSA 39:9PSA 119:71PSA 119:75PSA 119:116ISA 53:6JHN 18:11A.W. Pink emphasizes the necessity of being in subjection to God's chastisement, acknowledging our inherent rebellious nature inherited from our first parents. He explains that true subjection involves recognizing God's sovereign right, renouncing self-will, and acknowledging His righteousness and love in all circumstances. Pink illustrates that submission is not merely passive but requires active obedience to God's will, which leads to true happiness and fulfillment. He encourages believers to see God's discipline as a means to bring them closer to Him and to trust in His goodness and wisdom. Ultimately, Pink calls for a heartfelt acceptance of God's authority as our loving Father.
Jesus Is Arrested Matthew 26:36-56
By David Servant0JHN 18:11David Servant preaches about the intense anguish and distress Jesus experienced in Gethsemane, knowing He would bear the sins of the world and suffer God's holy wrath on the cross. Despite the option to call thousands of angels for protection, Jesus willingly submitted to God's plan, demonstrating His love and fulfilling the requirements of God's justice for our sins. Jesus' arrest in Gethsemane also highlights His power and mercy, seen in the miraculous healing of the high priest's slave's ear and His restoration of deserters after His resurrection, showing abundant grace available in God's kingdom.
"That They May Be in Us"
By T. Austin-Sparks0Abiding in GodUnity in ChristPRO 3:5MAT 16:22MAT 27:46JHN 17:21JHN 18:11T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the profound connection between believers and God, as illustrated in Jesus' prayer for unity in John 17:21. He reflects on Jesus' life, showing how He consistently sought the Father's will, even in moments of great need and temptation. The sermon highlights the significance of Jesus' cry of abandonment on the cross, which symbolizes the separation caused by sin and the restoration of relationship through His resurrection. Sparks urges believers to live not just alongside God but fully within Him, guided by the Holy Spirit. Ultimately, he calls for a life that seeks God's desires above all else, emphasizing the importance of abiding in God.
Sweetened With Three Ingredients
By Thomas Brooks0Divine PurposeSufferingPSA 116:13ISA 53:10MAT 26:39JHN 18:11ROM 8:282CO 4:17PHP 4:13HEB 12:2JAS 1:21PE 5:10Thomas Brooks emphasizes that Jesus approached His crucifixion with joy, likening it to a bridegroom's delight on his wedding day. Despite the extreme bitterness of the cup He was given, Jesus found sweetness in it through three key aspects: it was merely a cup and not an overwhelming sea, it was His Father's hand that prepared it rather than Satan's, and it was a divine gift rather than a curse. This perspective encourages believers to view their own trials through the lens of God's purpose and love.
Receive the Cup of Sorrow
By Charles E. Cowman0PSA 34:18JHN 18:11ROM 5:32CO 1:31PE 5:10Charles E. Cowman delivers a sermon reflecting on the cup of sorrow that God gives us to drink, emphasizing the importance of receiving God's gifts of myrrh in the right spirit to shape us into the highest and noblest form in His sight. He warns against stifling or ignoring these feelings, as it can cause greater harm to the soul. Cowman encourages opening our hearts to pain, as it can bring more good than being full of feeling and devoutness.
School of Suffering
By Charles E. Cowman0PSA 34:18JHN 18:11ROM 8:182CO 12:91PE 4:12Dr. Charles Parkhurst emphasizes the profound faith and spiritual success found in willingly accepting and enduring God's will, even in the midst of great suffering and challenges. He highlights that true empathy and the ability to help others come from experiencing affliction and suffering, just as Jesus did on the cross. The speaker encourages embracing afflictions as a means of deepening compassion and understanding, drawing parallels to how David's psalms and Paul's letters were enriched by their own sufferings. Ultimately, the message conveys that surrendering to God in times of hardship allows Him to shape and mold us for eternity, making us rare scholars in the school of suffering.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
The cup which my Father hath given me - The cup signifies, sometimes the lot of life, whether prosperous or adverse: here it signifies the final sufferings of Christ.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Then said Jesus--"Suffer ye thus far" (Luk 22:51). Put up thy sword into the sheath: the cup which my Father hath given me, shall I not drink it?--This expresses both the feelings which struggled in the Lord's breast during the Agony in the garden--aversion to the cup viewed in itself, but, in the light of the Father's will, perfect preparedness to drink it. (See on Luk 22:39-46). Matthew adds to the address to Peter the following:--"For all they that take the sword shall perish by the sword" (Mat 26:52) --that is, 'Those who take the sword must run all the risks of human warfare; but Mine is a warfare whose weapons, as they are not carnal, are attended with no such hazards, but carry certain victory.' "Thinkest thou that I cannot now"--even after things have proceeded so far--"pray to My Father, and He shall presently give Me"--rather, "place at My disposal"--"more than twelve legions of angels"; with allusion, possibly, to the one angel who had, in His agony, "appeared to Him from heaven strengthening Him" (Luk 22:43); and in the precise number, alluding to the twelve who needed the help, Himself and His eleven disciples. (The full complement of a legion of Roman soldiers was six thousand). "But how then shall the scripture be fulfilled that thus it must be?" (Mat 26:53-54). He could not suffer, according to the Scripture, if He allowed Himself to be delivered from the predicted death. "And He touched his ear and healed him" (Luk 22:51); for "the Son of man came not to destroy men's lives, but to save them" (Luk 9:56), and, even while they were destroying His, to save theirs.
John Gill Bible Commentary
Then said Jesus unto Peter,.... By way of rebuke, and to prevent his repeating the blow, and that further mischief might not ensue; for such a bold imprudent action risked the lives of all the disciples, who, in all probability, would have fallen a sacrifice to the fury and resentment of these men, had not Christ interposed in this prudent manner; who, also, Luke says, touched the servant's ear and healed him, Luk 22:51, which no doubt tended greatly to conciliate their minds, and make them easy: put up thy sword into the sheath: Peter was not a proper person to bear the sword, and use it; it was a very daring attack, and a dangerous one, and was very unnecessary; since Christ could have defended himself, had he thought fit, without Peter's drawing his sword; and besides, for a word speaking, he could have had of his Father more than twelve legions of angels; and it was also contrary to the nature of his kingdom, which was not of this world, nor to be supported and defended in any such manner; and was, moreover, as much as in Peter lay, an hinderance of his sufferings, and of the execution of his Father's will and decree; wherefore he adds, the cup which my Father hath given me: by the cup is meant, the wrath of God, and punishment due to sin, endured by Christ in his sufferings, and is said to be given him by his Father; because he called him to these sufferings, they were appointed and determined by him; yea, he was even ordered, and commanded by his Father, to drink of this cup; justice mixed it up, and put it into his hands; and he took it as coming from his Father, who delighted in seeing him drink it up, as the stately of his people; and a dreadful one it was, a cup of trembling and astonishment, of curse, and not of blessing, of wrath and fury: the allusion seems to be to the master of the family, who appointed, and gave to everyone their cup: shall I not drink it? which expresses his, willingness to do it, his eager desire after it, his delight in it, and displeasure at Peter's attempt to hinder him; he being now perfectly reconciled in his human nature to drink it, though it was so bitter a potion: he found it was impossible, considering the decree of God, his own agreement, and the salvation of his people, that it should be otherwise; and besides, it was his Father's will and pleasure, he considered it as coming from him; and therefore cheerfully accepted it, and was, resolved to drink it up, and that nothing should hinder him. The Persic version reads it, "I will not give it to another to drink"; Peter, by this rash action, seeming as if he would have the cup out of Christ's hands, and have drank it himself; which, as it could not be, nor would Christ suffer it, so if he had, it would have been of no advantage to the salvation of his people.