Devotion:
When Jesus asks the disciples, “Who do you say that I am?” Peter affirms that Jesus is the Messiah. He said, “You are the Christ,” which is the Greek title for the Messiah. He is convinced that Jesus is the One who would miraculously heal the people and redeem the world. Saying that Peter’s confession was a revelation from God, Jesus announces that Peter is the rock upon which he will build his church. With that kind of confirmation from Jesus, it’s hard to imagine that Peter would ever reject him. However, later he will deny that he even knows Jesus. The good news is that after the resurrection of Jesus, Peter will go on to preach that message to many. The ups and downs of Peter’s faith describe most of us. There are many times when we fully acknowledge Jesus as our Lord and Savior and put our full trust in him. And then there are other times when we give in to pressures and challenges of life and fail to acknowledge the one who can redeem us and give us the help and hope we need.
When faced with tough decisions, when life overwhelms you, when fear fills you, who do you say the Son of Man is? The way you live your life tells the world who Jesus is to you.
Personal Worship Option:
Proclaim today that Jesus is Lord of your life and trust him with your decisions today.
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