It mentions that the Passover Lamb had to be sacrificed (v7). Jesus knew that He was that Lamb. He’s not fearfully trying to run away, but Jesus is in complete control of the situation which can be seen in that arrangements had already been made for the Upper Room to be available to celebrate the Passover (v8-13).

God leaves nothing to chance, He is in control of everything, He has everything worked out down to the last detail. We might be shocked as we’re caught unawares, but God is never shocked, He is in control.

Jesus has been looking forward to this last meal before His death (v14-18). Jesus wants to spend time with His dear disciples and is excited about the truth He is now going to share.

Jesus had been longing to share about how the bread represents His body which will be broken (v19) and how the cup represents His blood which will be poured out for many (v20). The fact that Jesus so wants to speak of these things which represent His suffering, shows His amazing love and how He went to the cross with joy at the prospect of saving His people.