To follow along in reading the New Testament in a year, today’s reading is Matthew 26:20-54
“And when they had sung a hymn, they went out to the Mount of Olives. Then Jesus said to them, “You will all fall away because of me this night. For it is written, ‘I will strike the shepherd, and the sheep of the flock will be scattered.’ But after I am raised up, I will go before you to Galilee.” Peter answered him, “Though they all fall away because of you, I will never fall away.” Jesus said to him, “Truly, I tell you, this very night, before the rooster crows, you will deny me three times.” Peter said to him, “Even if I must die with you, I will not deny you!” And all the disciples said the same.”

‭‭Matthew‬ ‭26:30-35‬ ‭ESV‬‬

http://bible.com/59/mat.26.30-35.esv
All,
This stands out because Jesus says, “before the rooster crows, you will deny me three times.” We can only go so far in our own strength. No matter how determined Peter was, he still relied on his own power to follow Jesus. It is impossible to follow Jesus without the Holy Spirit empowering us. It is only possible for us to make decisions today according to God’s purpose with the power of the Holy Spirit. Please pray that we and our friends rely on the Holy Spirit to be a part of God’s purpose today. Please pray for Debbie, Makenna and Kole.