Luke 26:18  He replied, “Go into the city to a certain man and tell him, ‘The Teacher says: My appointed time is near. I am going to celebrate the Passover with my disciples at your house.’” 

Jesus knew His final hours were coming to a close.  He knew this would be the last Passover He’d spend with His disciples.  He was fully aware of what lay ahead.  His mission was about to be accomplished.

How did He know? 

He knew, a few days prior, that a donkey would be waiting for Him within the city.  He knew that a room would be prepared for Him and His homeless band of disciples.  He knew someone in that room would betray Him and another would deny Him.

How did He know?

He knew the hour of His death, but He wanted to fill their hearts with a few final lessons before it occurred – lessons that seemed impossible to them.  He knew He had to do what was expected of Him.  His human flesh longed for a different outcome, but His divinity told Him it was the only way.

How did He know?

He knew that by washing their feet, he was demonstrating how they should serve others.  He knew their fears.  He knew they wouldn’t be alone in their future struggles, just like we can count on His omnipresence.  He knew He had to suffer in our place.  He accepted His fate because of His great love for humanity.  He knew it was God’s will.

How did He know?

He knew that His disciples would fall asleep in the garden as He prayed.  He realized his need to talk to His Father – to beg Him that this cup be taken from Him.  He sweat drops of blood as He made His final appeal, knowing there was no escape.

How did He know?

He knew He would conquer death.  He would win the victory over sin and the devil. He knew that His resurrected body would reveal itself to them once more before He ascended into heaven to reign forever as our King of Kings.

How did He know?  He is God!