Summary of John 13:36-38
Peter asks Jesus where he was going. Jesus says they cannot go now, but they will follow later. Peter wants to go, saying he’ll lay down his life for him. Jesus then tells him he will deny him three times before the rooster crows.
BSF Study Questions John’s Gospel: The Truth Lesson 18, Day 3: John 13:36-38
6) Simon Peter asked him, “Lord, where are you going?” Peter asked, “Lord, why can’t I follow you now? I will lay down my life for you.” The disciples have been following Jesus everywhere now for three years and expected to continue to do so. They were confused by his statement of his leaving.
7a) Jesus promised they would follow later. He warned Peter that he would deny him three times before the rooster crowed.
b) Disbelief. Peter never thought he’d deny Jesus.
8 ) Honestly, relief. It’s comforting to know there is purpose in my life, and I’m not just going willy-nilly.
Conclusions BSF Study Questions John’s Gospel: The Truth Lesson 18, Day 3: John 13:36-38
I love this! It not only shows Peter is human, but it shows that even Jesus’ disciples have their moments of weakness, AND Jesus forgave Peter as he forgives all of us.
End Notes BSF Study Questions John’s Gospel: The Truth Lesson 18, Day 3: John 13:36-38
Christ has to die first for Peter before Peter can die for Christ. This is the lesson Peter learned.
Judas’ denial is deliberate; Peter’s was not planned and in the heat of the moment. They are different.
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