Jesus had been teaching his disciples of his upcoming suffering, rejection, death and resurrection, though they never understood. Now the time had come. Verses 10-16 show that everything was prepared. This included his own betrayal at the hands of Judas. Jesus was prepared as the Passover Lamb, prepared by God to be sacrificed.

When Jesus announced his betrayal to the Twelve, they were stunned. They became introspective and approached him, saying, "Surely you don't mean me." Jesus helped them to see that this is what was written about him. This too is in accordance with the word and will of God.

Then Jesus taught them that his body and blood had been given for them. His body would be broken, and his blood poured out for many. In this way Jesus bore our sins on himself. In this way he opened the kingdom of God for all who take his body and blood. Jesus is our Passover lamb, prepared by God for the restoration of his kingdom.


Application: Lord, thank you for preparing Jesus as my Passover lamb. Help me to take his body and blood each day and live with hope in your kingdom.
One Word: Jesus is my Passover lamb