42 (Mark 14:36; Luke 12:50; 22:42, 53; Philippians 2:7). Stronger Than Human Desire—The human nature of Christ was like unto ours, and suffering was more keenly felt by Him; for His spiritual nature was free from every taint of sin. Therefore His desire for the removal of suffering was stronger than human beings can experience. How intense was the desire of the humanity of Christ to escape the displeasure of an offended God, how His soul longed for relief, is revealed in the words, “O my Father, if this cup may not pass away from me, except I drink it, thy will be done.” {5BC 1103.8}

42 (Mark 14,36; Luk. 12,50; 22,42. 53; (1104) Fil. 2,7). Stærkere end menneskelig ønske. - Kristi menneskenatur var lige som vores, og han kunne mærke lidelsen tydeligere; for Hans åndelige natur var fri for syndens urenhed. Derfor var Hans ønske for at fjerne lidelse stærkere end noget menneske kan erfare. Hvor intens var Kristi ønske for menneskeheden at undgå en vred Guds mishag, hvor Hans sjæl længes efter lindring, er åbenbaret i ordene: ”Oh min Fader, om dette bæger ikke måtte gå mig forbi mig, uden at jeg drikker det, så din vilje ske”.