Luke 22:41-42 “And he was withdrawn from them about a stone’s cast, and kneeled down, and prayed, Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done.”
Jesus knew what He was facing. The sins of the world – our sins – would be placed upon Him.
He would die a horrible death in our place and He understood what that meant. The wrath we deserved would be poured out on Him.
His commitment to doing the Father’s will always remained, but the thought of it certainly weighed upon Him.
Even in His request, God’s will was the primary concern, as He said “if thou be willing.”
This prayer provides many examples for us.
He makes request with humility, always being submissive. He is meek, reassuring the Father of His obedience, showing Himself to be faithful.
I wonder if we forfeit our own agenda with such readiness at the prospect of even minor trials?
If not, we must examine the spirit of the prayer closely, taking it to heart.
Luke 22:41-42 “And he was withdrawn from them about a stone’s cast, and kneeled down, and prayed, Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done.”