The Father Knows

The Father Knows

Jesus’ words to Peter in this passage seem to come out of nowhere. But because God is all knowing He warned Peter, through Jesus, of Peter’s pending denial of knowing Jesus. 

Although Peter was “certain” he was ready to be imprisoned or die for Jesus, we will learn in the coming days that Peter did deny knowing Jesus three times, as predicted by Jesus. 

Have you ever let Jesus down by doing what you know He told you not to do? Or, like Peter, have you promised Jesus that you were going to be faithful to Him in a difficult time, only to bail out at the moment of truth?

If so, there’s good news. You’re in good company. The God of Grace and mercy is prepared to show both to you in your repentance. 

The question is, are you ready to repent? Here’s today’s Bible verse. Enjoy. 

Luke 22:31-34

31 “Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift all of you as wheat. 32 But I have prayed for you,Simon, that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers.”
33 But he replied, “Lord, I am ready to go with you to prison and to death.”

34 Jesus answered, “I tell you, Peter, before the rooster crows today, you will deny three times that you know me.”

Today’s Readings:

Luke 22:14-34; Proverbs 14:1-2