‘But I have prayed for you, that your faith should not fail; and when you have returned to Me, strengthen your brethren. – Luke 22:32
This verse shows Jesus as both God and Mediator. He told Peter that Satan would tempt him and that he would deny Him. At the Passover table, Jesus spoke of what was coming—His suffering, His death, and His victory. He even revealed Peter’s failure before it happened.
But here’s the question: Why didn’t Jesus stop it? Why not block Satan’s plan? Why not give Peter more power, more authority, or a way to escape?
Why faith?
Because faith is the key that unlocks God’s power. Remember the woman who bled for 12 years? Power went out of Jesus because of her faith. Faith moves mountains, overcomes struggles, and crushes temptations. It strengthens us to endure and overcome. Faith grows us, refines us, equips us, builds us, and draws us closer to God.
Peter’s denial would humble him and show him who truly holds him (Jesus). His failure and restoration would make him a better leader, one who understood weakness and the power of grace. When Peter returned, he was ready to share the grace he had received to strengthen others.
The same is true for you and me. Trials don’t come to destroy us. They shape us for the calling and assignment God has prepared.”
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