J. Barton Payne
Payne #17 — Ps 69:21
Gall and vinegar offered; Payne cites Matthew 27:34 and John 19:29–30 as dual fulfillments
Lesson 19Passion
Given Vinegar
This lesson explores how Psalm 69:21 connects to Jesus.
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Old Testament
Psalm 69:21
They put gall in my food and gave me vinegar for my thirst.
New Testament
Matthew 27:34
There they offered Jesus wine to drink, mixed with gall; but after tasting it, he refused to drink it.
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Josh McDowell
The New Evidence That Demands a Verdict • #53 To Suffer Thirst
Vinegar for thirst; John 19:28 — 'I thirst'; also covered by #54 Gall and Vinegar Offered
Quick Check
Part 1 - Multiple Choice
Which Old Testament reference connects to this lesson?
Part 2 - Fill In The Blank
Why This Matters
The psalmist cried out about being given gall for food and vinegar for thirst—a picture of cruelty added to suffering. At the cross, soldiers offered Jesus wine mixed with gall, a bitter, numbing drink. Even this seemingly minor act of mockery was foretold centuries earlier, underscoring how completely the details of the crucifixion had been written in advance.
Reflection
Lamb of God, keep the cross central in my heart. Let Psalm 69:21 fulfilled in Matthew 27:34 shape my worship and repentance.