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Matthew 26:39

King James Version (KJV)

“In our prayers we talk to God, in our Bible study God talks to us, and we had better let God do most of the talking.”
— D.L. Moody

Matthew 26:39

Verse 39 of 75

Scripture focus

And he went a little further, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as thou [wilt].

Matthew 26:39 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Matthew 26:39

Theological / Devotional

He went. Luke adds that the distance was about a stone’s throw (Luke 22:41). He was within sight and hearing of Peter, James, and John; they saw the angel (Luke 22:43), and heard his voice (DA 686, 694).

Prayed. For comment on the prayer life of Jesus see on Mark 1:35; 3:13; Luke 6:12.

Father. See on ch. 6:9.

This cup. The “cup” is a common Biblical expression denoting the experiences of life, whether good or bad (see on ch. 20:22).

Nevertheless. In spite of all the suffering and the fierce temptations Satan pressed upon His soul, Jesus submitted without question or hesitation to the Father’s will. His perfect submission to God’s will provides a perfect example for us to follow.

As thou wilt. See on Matt. 6:10; Luke 2:49; see Heb. 5:8.

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