Peter page 3

 Peter page 3 by ric gustafson

Peter followed Jesus everywhere. The hostility of the religious leaders was growing. Jesus's miracles were violating the Sabbath and he spent time with impure people. Also Jesus was kind to everyone but was harsh to the Pharisees and Sadducees. Jesus simply asked that the disciples trusted him. Peter was sad about his lack of faith. One time, Jesus asked them " but who do you say that I am?". Peter spoke before the others. " You are the Christ the Son of the living God". Jesus told him that he is Peter and on that rock he will build his church.

One day, Jesus started talking about his death. This disturbed Peter and the others. He talked about it as if it was destiny. Peter expressed his concerns. Jesus reacted in a harsh way. " Get behind me Satan for you are not on the side of God but of men". Peter got choked up. He loved Jesus he did not want to be separated from him. He could not look at Jesus at that point. He lowered his eyes.

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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric