Peter's Denial Foretold
The effect of Jesus foretelling of all that is about to happen is to take away the power of those who are acting by stealth and deceit.
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Once again, Jesus reveals that he knows what is about to befall him. And once again, the disciples vehemently deny it.
Note that Jesus does not claim personal special ability to foresee future events.
Rather he simply knows scripture; knows his disciples; and knows how the authorities are responding to his successful public challenging of them.
The effect of Jesus foretelling of all that is about to happen is to take away the power of those who are acting by stealth and deceit.
Jesus bested the religious elites in the open; and when they resort to secrecy, he outwits them again!
Later, his followers will draw comfort and encouragement when they remember that when they were frightened and confused by what was happening to them - even then - Jesus was a rock - steadfast and unwavering.
David Ewart,
www.holytextures.com,
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