In the Gospel of John, there is a poignant account of Peter’s denial of Jesus. On the night Jesus was arrested, Peter followed him into the courtyard of the high priest’s house. Despite his earlier declaration of unwavering loyalty, Peter found himself in a moment of great fear and doubt. When a servant girl recognized him as one of Jesus’ followers, Peter quickly denied it, saying, “I do not know the man.” His denial was repeated twice more, each time with increasing urgency. The rooster’s crow pierced the silence, and Peter remembered Jesus’ words warning him of this very moment. Overwhelmed with grief and shame, Peter wept bitterly. This story is a powerful reminder of human frailty and the grace of forgiveness.
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