“Those who had arrested Jesus led Him away to Caiaphas, the high priest, where the scribes and the elders were gathered together. But Peter was following Him at a distance, as far as the courtyard of the high priest, and he came inside and sat down with the officers to see the outcome” (Matthew 26:57-58).
Even though we sin and woefully treat the Lord terribly, there is still the call that the Holy Spirit gives us to keep us moving forward. Peter needed to experience what he experienced in order to become what the Lord would make of him. The Lord leads us all through by His love so that we can live in His love. Afraid and disappointed, Peter came. So too, we sometimes need to step forward and come to the Lord just as we are.
Lord, I do not understand Your love. It is more that I can begin to imagine. But You want to implant that love in me. Lead me Lord so that I come as I am to You. You will make of me what You intend and it is You alone who will help me to keep moving forward no matter the circumstances. Your grace is sufficient. Help me to live Your grace now and always knowing that You are making of me one who is pleasing in Your sight.
Lord Jesus, even though I betray You time and again, help me to live according to Your word of mercy and keep me moving forward in the faith which You have given. Lead me beyond my actions in order to come to the place where I learn to love You above all things. Thank You for all of the grace and mercy that I need. Help me now and always to walk the narrow path of faith which You have set before me. Amen.
