“He went out and made his way as usual to the Mount of Olives, and the disciples followed him. When he reached the place, he told them, “Pray that you may not fall into temptation.” Then he withdrew from them about a stone’s throw, knelt down, and began to pray, “Father, if you are willing, take this cup away from me — nevertheless, not my will, but yours, be done.” Then an angel from heaven appeared to him, strengthening him. Being in anguish, he prayed more fervently, and his sweat became like drops of blood falling to the ground. When he got up from prayer and came to the disciples, he found them sleeping, exhausted from their grief. “Why are you sleeping? ” he asked them.“Get up and pray, so that you won’t fall into temptation.” —Luke 22:39-46

1. Read through the passage in two different translations.
2. As you heard the Scripture, what stood out to you?
3. Has distress caused you to think about God?
4. How does it impact you to know Jesus understands distress?
5. Which of Jesus’ responses to distress is an invitation to you?
6. How can you trust God with the “cups” in your life?
7. How do you feel encouraged to pray in times of distress?