"Your reliance on the old testament is a sure sign of desperation."

LOL!  Then I guess Jesus was frequently desperate.  He frequently quoted the Old Testament, as when he explained his position on divorce.  

Jesus didn't rely on force, because he knew that he had a mission to fulfill and knew he mustn't obstruct his Father's will.  But he did tell the Apostles to arm themselves.   Did he mean by this that he wanted them to go out and kill people, as you in a blaze of silliness suggested?  Of course not.  But he did intend for them to protect themselves.  Why else tell them to go get swords?