Devotion:
Read Luke 22:31-34, 50-51, 54-62.
It is at the Last Supper that Jesus predicted Peter would deny him. Proud and boastful, Peter proclaimed he would be ready to go to prison and even die with Jesus. Before the rooster crowed the next morning, Peter denied Christ three times. After the third denial, Peter came face to face with Jesus and Peter remembered those fateful words, “You will deny me.” Peter wept bitterly. We can imagine the range of emotions he must have experienced for denying his Lord and his dear friend. Later Jesus confronted Peter with his sin. Peter once again committed his love to Christ. Peter was not just forgiven, but he was also restored as a leader and apostle. Jesus wanted Peter to move beyond his sin and return to the work of the Lord. Jesus encouraged him to continue the mission. When we receive God's forgiveness from our sins, he wants us to do the same. He wants us to do his work in the world to share God's love.
Personal Worship Option:
Peter caved in under pressure. Pray today for courage to stand up for Christ when given the opportunity.
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