Ye are they which have continued with me in my temptations.

LUKE 22:28KJV
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Luke 22:28 (KJV)

What does Luke 22:28 mean?

Luke 22:28 describes how Jesus acknowledges his disciples for staying with him through his times of testing and hardship. Jesus is speaking directly to his closest followers, recognizing their loyalty during the difficult moments of his ministry.

In this scene, Jesus is at the Last Supper, talking to his disciples just before his arrest and crucifixion. The verse highlights that the disciples have remained by Jesus’ side (“continued with me”) during his “temptations,” which here means his struggles and trials rather than just temptations to sin. Jesus is affirming their faithfulness in the face of challenges, setting up his next words about their future role in his kingdom.

The Greek behind Luke 22:28

  • The word “continued” (διαμεμενήκατε, diamemenēkate, G1265) means to stay with or remain alongside someone over time. This emphasizes that the disciples’ loyalty was not just a single act, but a steady, ongoing support throughout Jesus’ ministry.
  • The word “temptations” (πειρασμοῖς, peirasmois, G3986) is often understood as trials or testings, not just temptations to do wrong. In this context, it points to the hardships, opposition, and difficulties Jesus faced, and the fact that the disciples shared in those experiences with him.

Why Luke 22:28 matters

  • Luke 22:28 clears up the idea that “temptations” here are only about moral temptation; the Greek word includes all kinds of trials and hardships, making Jesus’ praise broader and more meaningful.
  • This verse shows that Jesus values loyalty and companionship during hard times, not just success or understanding.
  • Luke 22:28 sets the stage for the promises Jesus makes in the following verses about the disciples’ future roles, connecting their past faithfulness to their coming responsibilities in his kingdom.

Where else these words appear

“continued” Greek G1265 · used in 5 verses

  • Luke 1:22 And when he came out, he could not speak unto them: and they perceived that he had seen a vision in the temple: for he beckoned unto them, and remained speechless.
  • Galatians 2:5 To whom we gave place by subjection, no, not for an hour; that the truth of the gospel might continue with you.
  • Hebrews 1:11 They shall perish; but thou remainest; and they all shall wax old as doth a garment;

“temptations” Greek G3986 · used in 20 verses

  • Matthew 6:13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.
  • Luke 22:40 And when he was at the place, he said unto them, Pray that ye enter not into temptation.
  • Hebrews 3:8 Harden not your hearts, as in the provocation, in the day of temptation in the wilderness:

“are” Greek G2075 · used in 88 verses

  • Matthew 5:11 Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake.
  • John 13:10 Jesus saith to him, He that is washed needeth not save to wash his feet, but is clean every whit: and ye are clean, but not all.
  • 1 Corinthians 9:2 If I be not an apostle unto others, yet doubtless I am to you: for the seal of mine apostleship are ye in the Lord.

“me” Greek G1700 · used in 104 verses

  • Matthew 5:11 Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake.
  • Luke 22:21 But, behold, the hand of him that betrayeth me is with me on the table.
  • Acts 25:9 But Festus, willing to do the Jews a pleasure, answered Paul, and said, Wilt thou go up to Jerusalem, and there be judged of these things before me?