What is the meaning of Luke 22:9? Where • The disciples have celebrated Passover with Jesus before, yet they still wait for His direction on the exact spot (Luke 22:7–8; Mark 14:12). • Their question shows Jerusalem is crowded; suitable rooms are scarce during the feast (Deuteronomy 16:5–6). • Jesus will give precise guidance (Luke 22:10–13), revealing His sovereign knowledge of every detail, just as He earlier foretold the location of the colt (Luke 19:29–34). do You want • The focus is on Jesus’ will, not their own. True discipleship asks, “Lord, what do You desire?” (John 14:15; Matthew 6:10). • By seeking His preference, they acknowledge His messianic authority—He is more than a rabbi; He is the Lord of the feast (Exodus 12:11; 1 Corinthians 5:7). • Their request anticipates obedient action; desire and duty merge under Christ’s command (James 1:22). us to prepare it? • “Prepare” involves securing a room, removing leaven, roasting the lamb, setting bread and wine (Exodus 12:8–11). • The Passover points forward to the sacrifice Jesus is about to offer (Luke 22:15–20; John 1:29). • Participation requires readiness: – Physical: logistical arrangements. – Spiritual: hearts cleansed from sin (1 Corinthians 11:28). • Their joint labor pictures the church serving together under Christ’s direction (Ephesians 4:16). they asked. • The disciples voice a united question; none act independently (Acts 1:14). • Asking reflects humility—before stepping forward, they seek the Master’s word (Proverbs 3:6). • Jesus welcomes such questions and answers with clear instruction, reinforcing relational intimacy (John 15:15). summary Luke 22:9 captures a simple query that unveils profound truths: the Lord’s precise sovereignty over circumstances, His disciples’ desire to honor His will, the call to diligent preparation for worship, and the humble, communal spirit of those who follow Him. |