From The Courtyard To The Beach
For Pete’s Sake
September 24, 2023
Key Scriptures
Key Points
- Peter was called while fishing to fish for men.
- Peter was strong-willed with good intentions but never capable to maintain his commitment in his own strength.
- Peter’s denial was foretold by Jesus, but Peter overlooked it.
- Peter’s denial was around a charcoal fire; he lied three times about knowing Jesus. Jesus looked him in the eye while the rooster crowed.
- Peter wept in brokenness.
- Peter led the disciples to go fishing. They came up empty until instructed by the Lord.
- Peter’s call is not revoked but recommissioned by Jesus around a charcoal fire and breakfast.
Discussion Questions
- Besides Jesus himself, where do you escape to find safety?
- Have you experienced emotional or situational triggers? Explain.
- Pastor Bob talked about redemption in his life coming full circle from what used to create a trigger (trauma of a sudden loss of a friend to now ministering to those who are dying). Have you had similar pattern of redemption?
- How can we exchange our old patterns of emotional security and turn them into an opportunity for closeness with Christ?