Luke 22:43
And there appeared an angel unto him from heaven, strengthening him.
Luke 22:43
An angel appears from heaven to strengthen Jesus. In Luke’s Gospel, divine intervention accompanies human weakness, underscoring that God remains intimately involved in the Son’s suffering. The angel’s presence is not a rescue from pain but a strengthening for the endurance required to fulfill the Father’s plan.
This moment affirms divine solidarity with Jesus in his humanity and suffering. It also teaches believers that strength from God often comes in seasons of weakness, not merely in triumphs. The angelic visitation signals heaven’s response to faithfulness under trial.
We may not receive dramatic signs, but the principle stands: God sustains those who persevere in prayer. Practical steps: acknowledge moments when you feel drained and invite God to renew your strength; maintain a rhythm of prayer, Scripture, and community that sustains you through difficult trials. For example, during a long caregiving season, schedule short times of quiet prayer or Scripture refreshment to reset your spirit.
Cross-References: Isaiah 40:29-31; Psalm 46:1; 2 Corinthians 12:9-10; Luke 1:19; Exodus 14:13-14