Devotionals for March 17, 2023
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READ
John 21:15-17
15 After breakfast Jesus asked Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?”
“Yes, Lord,” Peter replied, “you know I love you.”
“Then feed my lambs,” Jesus told him.
16 Jesus repeated the question: “Simon son of John, do you love me?”
“Yes, Lord,” Peter said, “you know I love you.”
“Then take care of my sheep,” Jesus said.
17 A third time he asked him, “Simon son of John, do you love me?”
Peter was hurt that Jesus asked the question a third time. He said, “Lord, you know everything. You know that I love you.”
Jesus said, “Then feed my sheep.
REFLECT
It is one thing to say you love Jesus, and quite another to commit your life to Him and then to serve Him forever. Love for the Savior is the prerequisite for service. Jesus wants us to take care of his sheep. Jesus has a way of getting to the heart of the matter. He tells us if we love Him, we will obey Him.
APPLY
Q: What does Jesus ask Peter to do if he loves him?
Q: How would you respond if Jesus asked, “Do you love me? Do you really love me?”
Q: How can you show God’s love to others?
SING
“Way Maker” by Leeland
PRAY
"And don’t let us yield to temptation, but rescue us from the evil one."
Heavenly Father you are worthy of all praise, glory, and honor forever. You designed me and chose me to be part of your kingdom and you are calling me to make disciples. Forgive me when I make mistakes and redirect me to your path for my life. I want to seek your kingdom first and obey your commands, Lord!
READ
John 21:15-17
15 After breakfast Jesus asked Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?”
“Yes, Lord,” Peter replied, “you know I love you.”
“Then feed my lambs,” Jesus told him.
16 Jesus repeated the question: “Simon son of John, do you love me?”
“Yes, Lord,” Peter said, “you know I love you.”
“Then take care of my sheep,” Jesus said.
17 A third time he asked him, “Simon son of John, do you love me?”
Peter was hurt that Jesus asked the question a third time. He said, “Lord, you know everything. You know that I love you.”
Jesus said, “Then feed my sheep.
REFLECT
It is one thing to say you love Jesus, and quite another to commit your life to Him and then to serve Him forever. Love for the Savior is the prerequisite for service. Jesus wants us to take care of his sheep. Jesus has a way of getting to the heart of the matter. He tells us if we love Him, we will obey Him.
APPLY
Q: What does Jesus ask Peter to do if he loves him?
Q: How would you respond if Jesus asked, “Do you love me? Do you really love me?”
Q: How can you show God’s love to others?
SING
“Way Maker” by Leeland
PRAY
"And don’t let us yield to temptation, but rescue us from the evil one."
Heavenly Father you are worthy of all praise, glory, and honor forever. You designed me and chose me to be part of your kingdom and you are calling me to make disciples. Forgive me when I make mistakes and redirect me to your path for my life. I want to seek your kingdom first and obey your commands, Lord!