Seventh Day Baptist
Christian Education Council
PO BOX 1678
Janesville, WI 53547
—John 18:15-18, 25-27
by: Gabrielle Andries.
It is not always easy for followers of Christ to share whom or rather whose we are. Circumstances and fear can cause even the most adamant of believers to cower. In this passage, Peter shifted his focus from staying loyal to Christ to being overcome by his circumstances. Although earlier, Peter had assured Jesus of his loyalty (John 13:31-38), he looked at his current surroundings and failed to live up to his previous statement. Once again, what Jesus had prophesied inevitably came to pass. It is easy to commit to a cause when others are watching, but would that fervor stand in the face of challenges?