1. “Peter said to Him, "Lord, why can I not follow You right now? I will lay down my life for You." 38 Jesus answered, "Will you lay down your life for Me? Truly, truly, I say to you, a rooster will not crow until you deny Me three times.” (John 13:37-38)

2. Peter In the inner circle of three Gung-ho to demonstrate love & loyalty o Ro Refused feet washing, Jn. 13:6-8 o Ro Rebuked Jesus’ discussing death, Mk. 8:33 o Jo Jumped out of boat to see Jesus, Jn. 21:7 o Co Cut off the ear of the High Priest’s servant, Jn. 18:10

3. Peter falls face first 1.The servant girl, Jn. 18:17 2.Those warming by the fire, 18:25 3.A servant of the High Priest, 18:26

4. “Do You Love Me” Why did Jesus ask Peter 3 times? The power of Jesus’ compassion

8. Someone might say… “Peter traveled with Jesus for 3 years…” Yes, but Peter didn’t start out a star We can develop like Peter “I will never be good enough…” Who as God used? He can use you!