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NASB | Matthew 26:38 Then He *said to them, "My soul is deeply grieved, to the point of death; remain here and keep watch with Me." |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 26:38 Then He said to them, "My soul is deeply grieved, so that I am almost dying of sorrow. Stay here and stay awake and keep watch with Me." |
Subject: Why did the Savior Dread the Cup? |
Bible Note: Based on the rest of the sermon, and based on what I know of Spurgeon, I believe he was describing one of the saints whose martyrdom is chronicled in Foxe's Book of Martyrs. I have not researched to see which specific martyr he was describing, nor are Spurgeon's notes available on the subject. However, the description has a familiar ring to it. Quite a few saints were martyred in just such a fashion, although a few not quite as graciously, and others in even more dramatic fashion. I highly recommend the book by John Foxe. It is a classic that should be read by every modern believer. Thank you for your encouraging words, brother! |