The New Covenant in my blood

Luke 22:1-38

Key Verse 22:20

1. Read verse 1. What was the purpose of this Feast? (Exodus 13:1-10; 1Co 5:7-8)

2. Read verses 2-6. What does this passage tell us about: a) the chief priests and the teachers of the law; b) Satan; and c) Judas Iscariot? 

3. Read verse 7. Why did the Passover lamb have to be sacrificed? (Exodus 12:13; John 1:29)

4. Think about the command Jesus gave to Peter and John in verses 8-13. The expression "make preparations" is repeated twice. In what respect should the Passover be a "prepared" experience? 

5. Read verses 14-16. In verse 16 Jesus says, "I have eagerly desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer." Why does Jesus say, 'before'? (16; 18)

6. Read verses 17-20. What do the following expressions indicate about the meaning of the "covenant"?

1) "He gave thanks" (repeated twice)

2) "Take this and 'divide' it among you"

3) [This is my body given "for you" (19);  

4) "Do this in remembrance of me"

5) "This is the 'new' covenant..." 

6) [My blood, which is poured out "for you" (20)

7. Read vs. 21-38. Think about the disciples, especially Peter. Did he understand the meaning of the covenant? How did Jesus help him?