Luke 22:39-46 | Why Jesus Prayed in Agony Before the Cross

In Luke 22:39–46, Jesus enters the garden facing unimaginable anguish as He prepares to bear the wrath of God for sin. His suffering is not merely physical but rooted in becoming the substitute for sinners and experiencing separation from the Father. While He faithfully submits to God’s will and models earnest prayer, the disciples’ weakness exposes the need for spiritual vigilance. This passage reveals both the seriousness of sin and the depth of Christ’s love, calling us to trust in Him, depend on prayer, and respond in repentance and faith. Date: 5/3/2026 Message by: Luke Easter =============================== ABOUT CITY BIBLE CHURCH Welcome to City Bible Church, located in Vienna, West Virginia. Come worship with us either in-person or online as we dive into the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, and book by book. Our approach is straightforward - we prioritize God's word and how it can be applied to our everyday lives. We're committed to spreading Biblical truth through weekly teachings, and Bible study groups. To learn more, please subscribe to our YouTube channel and visit our website. Website: https://thecitybible.church Facebook:   / citybiblechurchvienna   __ __ City Bible Church is a church dedicated to spreading the Gospel through verse-by-verse teaching throughout the Bible. #citybiblechurch #Jesus #2026sermon #onlinechurch #churchonline #viennawv