iWitness: Peter
We are traveling through Lent, the 40 days (excluding Sundays) of preparation before Easter. During this season, we will explore some of the eyewitnesses to the cross, including some of the very first evangelists. Through their examples, we’ll learn more about what it means to be a witness for Christ and his Good News.
In our first installment, we explored Judas, the disciple of Jesus who infamously betrayed him. Then, we turned our attention to Nicodemus, a member of the ruling council to which Judas turned when he betrayed Jesus. Last week, we explored the example of Mary, Jesus’ mother. This week, we turn to one of Jesus’ inner-circle: Peter.
Sermon Reflections:
- Our earthly fathers and our Heavenly Father can give us different kinds of knowledge. Can you think of a time when you learned something important from God, even though it went against what you thought you knew?
- The disciples left behind their families and their old lives to follow Jesus. Is there something in your life that you know you should give up in order to follow God more closely?
- Can imagine being on a journey with someone who both drives you crazy and is important to you? Who is someone like that in your life? How can your relationship with them be a source of growth?
- Peter denied Jesus three times. Can you think of a time when you denied your faith or your values? What did you learn from that experience?
- Can you think of a time when you felt a clear calling from God? If not, what is one way you can explore your faith more this week?