Lesson 11 Review: Taken and Tired

Introduction

Memory Text: "And He said, 'Abba, Father, all things are possible for You. Take this cup from Me; nevertheless not what I will, but what You will' " (Mark 14:36, NKJV).

In this week's lesson study, we will look at the major events that took place in the closing ministry of Jesus, just as the Bible prophesied it to be and when it would be fulfilled.

What two stories link to the betrayal of Jesus?

At dinner with the disciples a woman with a box of perfume offered her precious gift to Jesus but Judas' interest was not in selling the perfume and giving the money to the poor but for self-centered interest. 

What did Christ establish in giving Himself as the Sacrificial Lamb?

In the old sanctuary system, the priest sprinkled  people with the sacrificial blood of Rams but Christ in the fulfilling of the prophecy was the Lamb to establish an everlasting Covenant.

What can we learn about the Prayer of Jesus?

We can learn from Jesus' custom of private time in prayer. We can pour out our burdens to God and at the end of the prayer with confidence He said let Your will be done, even Christ has laid a foundation of prayer for us.

What do we learn about choosing and making friends here?

Remember that Jesus told the disciples that He will be betrayed, as if it was not enough Peter who desired to bear the burdens with Christ would deny him. We all are surrounded by evil but Christ's victory is sure.

What were some of the things that befell Christ before His death?

After Christ was arrested by the Roman soldiers there was given a little time to ask Christ more questions, but Christ began by presenting the truth which they ignored. The devil ultimately was behind the chief priest's decision; prophecy comes to fulfillment.

What did Peter remember that caused him to shed tears?

Before Christ was arrested and taken to Caiaphas, Christ had already told Peter that he'll deny Him three times before the cock crows. Peter denied Jesus, remembered and shed tears for he betrayed his Master.

Who helped carry Jesus' cross?

Simon the Cyrene.

In conclusion,

Everything that was performed in the Old Sanctuary system was pointing to Christ, The One who gives us the grace of salvation. What works was unable to do for us, grace beyond measure was given. I pray may the Lord remind us of how we were saved in Jesus' name.