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Kitchener Baptist Church Radio Program

The Progression of 17 Verses

John 18:1-27

1When Jesus had spoken these words, he went forth with his disciples over the brook Cedron, where was a garden, into the which he entered, and his disciples.

2And Judas also, which betrayed him, knew the place: for Jesus ofttimes resorted thither with his disciples.

3Judas then, having received a band of men and officers from the chief priests and Pharisees, cometh thither with lanterns and torches and weapons.

4Jesus therefore, knowing all things that should come upon him, went forth, and said unto them, Whom seek ye?

5They answered him, Jesus of Nazareth. Jesus saith unto them, I am he. And Judas also, which betrayed him, stood with them.

6As soon then as he had said unto them, I am he, they went backward, and fell to the ground.

7Then asked he them again, Whom seek ye? And they said, Jesus of Nazareth.

8Jesus answered, I have told you that I am he: if therefore ye seek me, let these go their way:

9That the saying might be fulfilled, which he spake, Of them which thou gavest me have I lost none.

10Then Simon Peter having a sword drew it, and smote the high priest's servant, and cut off his right ear. The servant's name was Malchus.

11Then said Jesus unto Peter, Put up thy sword into the sheath: the cup which my Father hath given me, shall I not drink it?

12Then the band and the captain and officers of the Jews took Jesus, and bound him,

13And led him away to Annas first; for he was father in law to Caiaphas, which was the high priest that same year.

14Now Caiaphas was he, which gave counsel to the Jews, that it was expedient that one man should die for the people.

15And Simon Peter followed Jesus, and so did another disciple: that disciple was known unto the high priest, and went in with Jesus into the palace of the high priest.

16But Peter stood at the door without. Then went out that other disciple, which was known unto the high priest, and spake unto her that kept the door, and brought in Peter.

17Then saith the damsel that kept the door unto Peter, Art not thou also one of this man's disciples? He saith, I am not.

18And the servants and officers stood there, who had made a fire of coals; for it was cold: and they warmed themselves: and Peter stood with them, and warmed himself.

19The high priest then asked Jesus of his disciples, and of his doctrine.

20Jesus answered him, I spake openly to the world; I ever taught in the synagogue, and in the temple, whither the Jews always resort; and in secret have I said nothing.

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Also Luke 22:31 Matthew 16:21-23 1 Peter 5:8

Scripture

In this sermon, a stark contrast is drawn between Peter’s bold actions at the beginning of John chapter 18, where he bravely drew a sword to defend Jesus, and his subsequent denials of Christ just 17 verses later. This rapid shift from courageous devotion to fearful renunciation raises profound questions about the factors that can lead a believer to stumble so dramatically. This message explores three primary reasons for Peter’s transformation: a conflict between Peter’s will and God’s perfect, provided, and protected will; the influence of a destructive enemy who sought to sift Peter as wheat; and a growing distant relationship with Jesus, characterized by Peter’s lack of vigilance and prayer. These elements collectively explain how a zealous disciple could fall into such a profound state of denial. Ultimately, this teaching serves as a cautionary tale, encouraging believers to align their wills with God’s, remain vigilant against spiritual adversaries, and maintain a close, dynamic relationship with Christ. It emphasizes that straying from God’s path often begins subtly with a conflict of wills and a gradual distancing, leading to spiritual vulnerability and potential failure in the face of trials.

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