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DIVINITY OF CHRIST · PRAYER

Jesus Prays to God

Matthew 26:39

The Tension
PASSAGE AMatthew 26:39
Going a little farther, he fell with his face to the ground and prayed, 'My Father, if it is possible, may this cup be taken from me. Yet not as I will, but as you will.'
Analysis

Jesus prays for to God proving hes not God, and the will of the Father is greater than his.

Perspectives

THE CHRISTIAN RESPONSE

Jesus is demonstrating his human experience and submission to the Father's will.

THE ISLAMIC POSITION

Jesus prays to God, showing dependence and submission, inconsistent with being God himself.

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Jesus Prays to God