Assurance
"So Jesus sent Peter and John, saying, 'Go and prepare the Passover for us, that we may eat it.' They said to him, 'Where will you have us prepare it?' He said to them, 'Behold, when you have entered the city, a man carrying a jar of water will meet you. Follow him into the house that he enters and tell the master of the house, "The Teacher says to you, Where is the guest room, where I may eat the Passover with my disciples?" And he will show you a large upper room furnished; prepare it there.' And they went and found it just as he had told them, and they prepared the Passover." — Luke 22:8-13 (ESV)
I love how Luke gives us such a detailed description of what unfolds during this final Passover. Earlier in the chapter, we read about the scribes and priests plotting to kill Jesus, while Judas seeks an opportunity to betray Him. Together, they devise what they believe is the perfect plan to capture Jesus. What amazes me is that the scribes, priests, and Judas think Jesus is unaware of their schemes—yet He knows exactly what is happening.
In the passage above, even though Yeshua is fully aware of those plotting against Him, His focus remains on fulfilling the mission God has called Him to. Let me pause here and encourage you: we need to stop allowing the chaos and distractions of this world to consume us. Instead, we must focus on the assignments Christ has placed before us. He knows every detail of what is happening in the earth—nothing catches Him by surprise. Our part is to stay focused, walk in obedience, and trust Him. Follow the example Yeshua demonstrates so beautifully in this passage.
When Jesus instructed Peter and John to prepare the Passover, they asked where they should go, knowing the Passover could only be celebrated within the city limits of Jerusalem. Yeshua gave them clear and specific instructions on where to go and whom they would meet. The level of detail in this passage should set our hearts free from worry and concern. Yeshua knew the exact moment Peter and John would enter the city and had already arranged for someone to be waiting for them.
Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God. Peter and John didn’t question Yeshua’s instructions because they had spent so much time with the Word Himself that they had no reason to doubt. They simply obeyed and moved in faith. When we find ourselves burdened with worry and doubt, it’s often a sign that we haven’t spent enough time in the Word. Immersing ourselves in His presence can free us from fear and equip us to move with the same confidence and faith the disciples displayed. Amen.
Key Takeaways:
Our Omnipresent God is in charge and knows everything.
The all-existent One has you fully covered.
Fear, worry, and doubt are often signs that we need to fill ourselves with the Word.