Theme: Despite our faithlessness to Him, Jesus always remains faithful to His true children. In vv. 54-60, we see Peter's circumstances and his temptation, and in vv. 61-62, we see Jesus's look at Peter and Peter's repentance. In application, we need to realize that after spiritual victory comes temptation and also be aware of reasons for failing. In this account, we can compare full vs. partial falling away (Judas and Peter), and we see the absolute necessity to press on in sanctification. We as followers of Christ need to take a firm stand for Him, but recognize that when we do sin, we should mourn, repent, embrace the forgiveness of Christ, and serve Him again. |