Sermons on Luke 22:44-46:

Why Did Jesus Pray "Remove This Cup” In The Garden Of Gethsemane?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jun 25, 2022

Throughout history, there have been several explanations given regarding why Jesus asked God, the Father, to remove the cup from Him.

"And they went to a place called Gethsemane. And he said to his disciples, "Sit here while I pray." 33 And he took with him Peter and James and John, and began to be greatly distressed and troubled. 34 And he said to them, "My soul is very sorrowful, even to death. Remain here ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-42, Luke 22:43-44, John 6:44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Depths Of Commitment: Lessons From The Garden Of Gethsemane"

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Apr 14, 2025

the Garden of Gethsemane. Here, in the stillness of the olive trees and the shadows of the night, we encounter Jesus at His most vulnerable, grappling with divine purpose and human frailty.

Introduction Dearly beloved, as we gather today, we find ourselves at the threshold of a profound journey—the journey through Holy Week. Our focus rests upon a sacred moment in Scripture, nestled within the narrative of Christ's impending sacrifice: the Garden of Gethsemane. Here, in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Methodist

The Blood That Stained The Old Rugged Cross

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Apr 17, 2025

Christians celebrate the risen Savior, The Son of God, Jesus. Though the children of Israel tried to slay The Christ on a cruel cross, the blood that stained that old rugged cross could not keep The Son of God from death. He is risen! Glory Hallelujah!

Christians celebrate the risen Savior, The Son of God, Jesus. Though the children of Israel tried to slay The Christ on a cruel cross, the blood that stained that old rugged cross could not keep The Son of God from death. He is risen! Glory Hallelujah! Sing: I Know That My Redeemer Lives We ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-44, Luke 22:66-71, Luke 23:1-17, Luke 23:44-46, Luke 23:50-56, Luke 24:1-12, John 20:24-29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From His Brow Series

Contributed by John Bright on Apr 17, 2025

This is a sermon series for the six Sundays of Lent. I am using a wooden "Tau" cross on the platform and some examples of the instruments of torture the Romans used - a large spike, scourge/cat of 9 tails, spear, and crown of thorns. There is a teaching sheet below the sermon.

Series: Jesus’ Blood for Me “From Jesus’ Brow” Luke 22:39-44 Pastor John Bright Luke 22 “39 Coming out, He went to the Mount of Olives, as He was accustomed, and His disciples also followed Him. 40 When He came to the place, He said to them, “Pray that you may not enter into temptation.” 41 And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-44, Isaiah 53:4-6, Matthew 7:13-14, Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Methodist

The Tomb Is Empty. He Is Risen! Resurrection Sunday Sermon In Scripture Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Apr 21, 2025

The Tomb is Empty! HE IS RISEN! From the Beginning to the End. Life-Death-Burial-Resurrection-Ascension-Return! Jesus fulfilled prophecy of the Messiah to come and save the world from sin. And HE's coming soon. Time is of the essence. Act now!

2025.04.20. Sermon Notes. Resurrection Day! (Easter) A Sermon in Scripture William Akehurst, HSW BIG IDEA: The Tomb is Empty! HE IS RISEN! From the Beginning to the End. Jesus fulfilled prophecy of the Messiah to come and save the world from sin. Life-Death-Burial-Resurrection! HE IS: Our ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12, Galatians 4:6, Matthew 6:9-13, Genesis 3:15, Genesis 3:21, Exodus 12:13, Hebrews 9:22, Luke 22:19-20, Luke 22:41-44, John 3:16-19, Luke 23:13-15, Mark 11:9-10, Luke 23:20-22, Matthew 27:24-25, Isaiah 53:5-6, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Hebrews 12:2, Luke 23:32-43, John 19:30, Matthew 27:50-54, Matthew 27:57-66, Matthew 28:1-5, Matthew 16:15-16, Matthew 1:23, John 1:29, 1 Corinthians 5:7, 1 Corinthians 15:14-26, John 14:6, John 11:25-26, Romans 10:9-10, Romans 10:13, 2 Corinthians 6:2, Ephesians 1:15-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Agony Of Gethsemane Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 15, 2023

Gethsemane is a beautiful garden of olive trees. This beautiful garden of olive trees called Gethsemane means oil press. It's the location of where Jesus was in such agony it was, “crushing the life out of him.”

At the age of 27 George Whitefield had already preached to enormous crowds in America, England, Scotland and Wales. He didn’t preach in established churches because his message on the “new birth” was considered too radical. He preached in fields to crowds that would gather, and he led thousands to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-42, Luke 22:44

Denomination: Baptist

La Agonía De Getsemaní Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 16, 2023

Getsemaní es un hermoso jardín de olivos. Este hermoso jardín de olivos llamado Getsemaní significa prensa de aceite. Es el lugar donde Jesús estaba en tal agonía, “aplastándole la vida”.

A la edad de 27 años, George Whitefield ya había predicado ante enormes multitudes en Estados Unidos, Inglaterra, Escocia y Gales. No predicó en iglesias establecidas porque su mensaje sobre el “nuevo nacimiento” se consideraba demasiado radical. Predicó en los campos a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-42, Luke 22:44, Acts 4:12, 2 Corinthians 5:21

Denomination: Baptist

Ang Paghihirap Ng Getsemani Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 16, 2023

Ang Getsemani ay isang magandang hardin ng mga puno ng olibo. Ang magandang hardin na ito ng mga puno ng oliba na tinatawag na Getsemani ay nangangahulugan ng oil press. Ito ang lokasyon kung saan si Jesus ay nasa matinding paghihirap, "pagdurog ng buhay mula sa kanya."

Sa edad na 27, nangaral na si George Whitefield sa napakalaking pulutong sa America, England, Scotland at Wales. Hindi siya nangaral sa mga itinatag na simbahan dahil ang kanyang mensahe sa "bagong kapanganakan" ay itinuturing na masyadong radikal. Nangaral siya sa mga bukid sa mga ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-42, Luke 22:44, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Acts 4:12

Denomination: Baptist

Help With Our Battles With Temptations

Contributed by Jesse Crooks on Oct 13, 2023

there are several things in this text that we would do well to remember.

Help with our battles against Temptation (Luke 22:31-34 & 54-60) 31 And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat: 32 But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren. 33 And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-60

Sifted, Then Lifted Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Nov 16, 2023

Why did Jesus permit Peter to be sifted like wheat? How do we respond to our own seasons of sifting?

Good morning! Please open your Bibles to Luke 22. If you are a football fan, you may already know the answer to this question: which running back holds the record for career rushing yards? Correct. Emmitt Smith. Over the course of fifteen seasons, most of them with the Dallas Cowboys, Emmitt ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-62, 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

Obedient To The Will Of God Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 12, 2023

One of the most basic truths that brought Mary into the will of God as the mother of Jesus was her obedience.

JUST JESUS: CHAPTER BY CHAPTER THRU LUKE OBEDIENT TO THE WILL OF GOD LUKE 1:1-80 #JustJesus INTRODUCTION… Catholics vs. Protestants, biblebelievers.com/bennett/bennett_mary-worship.html If you were not aware, the Christian faith is divided into three main flavors: Catholic, Orthodox, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-80, Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hubris Or Humility Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 16, 2024

There are so many factors that come into play when we make plans, but how often does the Sovereign will of God affect our plan making? In this passage, James challenges us to avoid hubris and embrace humility by submitting to God’s sovereignty in making plans.

Mistakes along the way? In February of 1995, nearly 30 years ago, the Holy Spirit spoke to me in a clear way that has impacted the course of my life - and yet it has not been without mistakes and missteps. He urged me to go to the church the Danielle grew up at and help out with the youth ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17, Acts 16:6-10, Isaiah 55:8-9, Luke 22:42-44, Luke 12:16-21, Proverbs 16:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Right Before...

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 29, 2024

Are you connected to the source? Let me pray for us. “-Lord, help us to stay away from temptation and close to you, so we can do your will in Jesus name, amen.”

Right Before... Are you connected to the source? Let me pray for us. “-Lord, help us to stay away from temptation and close to you, so we can do your will in Jesus name, amen.” Lent is meant to be a time of repentance. Lent occurs 40 days right before the miracle. Common day duties are set aside ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46, John 15:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Joy And Sorrow And "fun" Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 4, 2024

My boss said he wished he could expunge the word “fun” from our students’ working vocabulary. Now knowing what students at our all-boy high school could do outside supervision, I tended to agree.

Joy, Sorrow and “Fun” Some time ago, I listened to a sermon by the local pastor. He told us that the Ten Commandments were given to us by God so that we could all “enjoy” life. I’m sure there are many, even Christians, who would question that. After all, the Commandments are largely a list of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:23, Luke 22:39-71

Denomination: Catholic

The Garden Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Mar 18, 2024

Based on Luke 22:39-53 - Gives hearers the opportunity to consider all that Jesus went through in the Garden of Gethsemane & what that means for our salvation.

“THE GARDEN” Luke 22:39-53 FBCF – 3/17/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – When you think of a garden, what do you think about? - Flower garden - Vegetable garden - Herb garden - Olive Garden! A garden is a place of life – a place where there’s growth – most of the time, it’s a place of beauty w/ healthy ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-53

Denomination: Baptist