Failure ruins those who don't know their identity in Christ, and shapes those who do. The story of Judas' betrayal and Peter's failure.
Remain in Him teaching series - The "Upper Room Discourse" recorded in John 13-17 occurred in a time of intense transition for the disciples of Jesus. We look to these words today in a time of upheaval, seeking to remain in Christ as He leads us forward.
Scripture References: John 13:18-21, 36-38, 12, 21:4-19, Matthew 10, 2 Corinthians, Proverbs 24:16, Luke
Intro:
- Series: "Remain in Him" (John 13-17).
- Jesus' final talk with disciples during trial and transition.
- Contrast between Judas and Peter's responses to failure.
- Failure reveals and shapes our identity in Christ.
Key Points:
- Judas's Betrayal:
- John 13:18-21: Jesus predicts Judas's betrayal.
- Judas's hidden motives and love of money (John 12).
- Betrayal with a kiss, a facade of friendship.
- Remorse leading to condemnation and suicide (Matthew).
- Worldly sorrow vs. godly sorrow (2 Corinthians).
- Importance of genuine worship in trials.
- Jesus's love and pursuit of Judas to the end.
- Matthew 10, the betrayal of Jesus, foreshadows the betrayal that we will face.
- Peter's Denial and Restoration:
- John 13:36-38: Jesus predicts Peter's denial.
- Luke: Satan's attempt to sift Peter, Jesus's prayer for him.
- Peter's denial out of fear.
- Peter's remorse and shame.
- John 21: Jesus's post-resurrection restoration of Peter.
- Jesus's playful interaction with Peter.
- Peter's urgent return to Jesus.
- Jesus's three-fold questioning, addressing Peter's denials.
- Restoration as a lover of God and in his calling.
- Prophecy of Peter's martyrdom.
- Proverbs 24:16: righteous fall and rise again.
Conclusion:
- Failure reveals our true worship and identity.
- Judas's failure led to destruction due to lack of genuine faith.
- Peter's failure led to restoration through repentance and Jesus's grace.
- Jesus restores us, even after significant failures.
Call to Action:
- Reflect on your response to failure.
- Repent quickly and draw near to Jesus when you fail.
- See Jesus as merciful and restorative, not distant or condemning.
- Embrace the gospel's power to restore us even after failure.
- Allow godly sorrow to lead to repenence.
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