Matthew 26:31 - 26:46
Gospel of MatthewSteve Gregg
In this passage from Matthew 26:31-46, Steve Gregg encourages listeners to pray for strength against temptations and to reconsider their own self-confidence and loyalty. He notes Peter's struggle to stay awake and follow God's will, reminding us that even the strongest may fall under testing. Gregg emphasizes the importance of relying on God's strength, rather than our own, to overcome the spiritual agony of guilt and receive salvation through the sacrifice of Jesus' blood.
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Matthew 26:47 - 26:56
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In this passage, Steve Gregg examines Matthew 26:47-56, where Jesus is betrayed by Judas in the garden of Gethsemane. Gregg notes that Jesus refers to
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Matthew 26:57 - 26:75
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