Luke 22:43
Then an angel appeared from heaven to strengthen him.
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
And there appeared an angel unto him from heaven, strengthening him.
In Context
44In great distress Jesus prayed even harder, and his sweat fell like drops of blood onto the ground.
Cross References
Job 4:3You've certainly encouraged many people and supported those who are weak.
Daniel 10:16Then the one who looked like a human being touched my lips and I was able to speak. I told the one standing in front of me, “My lord, since I saw the vision I've been in agony and I feel really weak.
Matthew 4:6“If you really are the son of God, then throw yourself off,” he told Jesus. “As Scripture says, ‘He will order his angels to save you from harm. They will catch you so that you won't fall by tripping over a stone.’”
Matthew 26:53Don't you think I could ask my Father, and he'd immediately send more than twelve legions of angels?
Luke 22:32but I have prayed for you that your trust in me may not fail. And when you have returned, encourage your brothers.”
1 Timothy 3:16There's no question about it: the revealed truth about God is amazing! He was made known to us in human form, he was vindicated by the Spirit, seen by angels, declared to the nations, trusted in by the world, and taken up in glory!
Matthew Henry on Luke 22:40-47
The Agony in the Garden. 39 And he came out, and went, as he was wont, to the mount of Olives; and his disciples also followed him. 40 And when he was at the place, he said unto them, Pray that ye enter not into temptation. 41 And he was withdrawn from them about a stone's cast, and kneeled down, and prayed, 42 Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done. 43 And there appeared an angel unto him from heaven, strengthening him. 44 And being in an agony he… Read the whole commentary →