1. The Ups and Downs of Peter
JOHN 18:1-27

2. Ups Downs He decided to leave everything and follow Jesus
Allowed Jesus to use his property
Walked on water
First of Jesus’ disciples to proclaim him Messiah
the church built on his profession
Lost faith while walking on water
Rebuked Jesus for saying He must die
Jesus said “Satan get behind me”
Didn’t understand the dynamics of the Kingdom at times
Bickered with the other disciples

3. Ups Downs One of three present at the healing of Jairus' daughter
the transfiguration
the Garden of Gethsemane
Attempted to defend Christ
Followed Jesus upon arrest close enough to see Him
Refused to let Jesus wash his feet
Is found sleeping three times in the Garden of Gethsemane
Cut off the ear of Malchus
Followed not too close to be seen with Jesus

4. Ups Downs “Even if I have to die with you, I will never disown you.”
Sprinted to the tomb to see Jesus risen
Jumped out of the boat + swam to Jesus
Reinstated by Jesus
Preached boldly on Day of Pentecost -- 3,000 converts
Lied and denied Christ three times
When Peter was not close to Jesus he made poor decisions and was fearful

5. Ups Downs Incredible miracles performed by Peter
Leader + spokesman of the Apostles
The first to bring the Gospel to Gentiles
Mentioned most, 2nd only to Jesus
Wrote at least two books of the Bible
Martyred for Jesus
Rebuked by Paul for being a hypocrite

6. "The contrast between Peter of the gospels-impulsive, not steadfast, slow of heart to understand the mysteries of the kingdom-and the same apostle as he meets us in the Acts, firm and courageous, ready to go to prison and to death, the preacher of the faith, the interpreter of Scripture, is one of the most convincing proofs of the power of Christ's resurrection and the mighty working of the Pentecostal gift" --E. H. Plumptre

7. Peter did more for the kingdom after his fall than before

8. Peter was sure that he would never do what he did.
1 Corinthians 10:12 “If you think you are strong, you should be careful not to fall.”
Jesus stands not only ready to forgive, but also to restore.

9. Be prepared for God to be honest with you.
If we are going to be restored then we must be honest about our spiritual condition.
Be prepared for God to be honest with you.
“And he that sat upon the throne said, Behold, I make all things new...”
(Revelation 21:5)