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one who has a money bag take it, likewise a food pouch, and let the one who has no sword sell his outer garment and buy one. For I tell you that what is written must be accomplished in me, namely, ‘He was counted with lawless ones.’ For this is being fulfilled concerning me.”—Luke 22:35-37. Jesus is pointing to the time when he will be
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nailed to a stake alongside evildoers, or lawless ones. Thereafter his followers will face severe persecution. They feel that they are prepared and say: “Lord, look! here are two swords.” He answers: “It is enough.” (Luke 22:38) That they have two swords with them will soon afford Jesus an opportunity to teach another important lesson.
Why are the apostles arguing, and how does Jesus deal with the situation? What is to be accomplished by the covenant that Jesus makes with his faithful disciples? How does Jesus respond to Peter’s display of confidence? 273