In this passage, Peter denied Jesus 3 times when we was asked whether or not he was his disciple. Our actions and thoughts easily reflect whether or not we are truly his disciple... it's one of those things where you can't be in a state of in-between. You are a disciple of Jesus if you can practice his teachings each day and follow his example. I'm definitely not the best disciple, for me I'm so easily swayed by the sinful thoughts of Satan but I do try to renew myself with the Word in order to put me back on track. I do not want to be like Peter... I want to have a lifestyle that exemplifies the Lord so that when I say that "I am a disciple of Jesus" then people will see something different, yet good.
John 18:36
Jesus said, "My kingdom is not of this world. If it were, my servants would fight to prevent my arrest by the Jews. But now my kingdom is from another place."
We cast our eyes to heaven, a part of the kingdom of God is where we will reside for eternity. The kingdom of God is also on Earth, built by followers and believers. We need to be bold, stand firm in our faith, and defend when our faith is challenged. Advancing the kingdom here is part of our calling as a disciple of Jesus and child of God.
Application: Remember that your lifestyle, actions, and thoughts are a testament to you being a disciple of Jesus.
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