John 18 NLT
Peter’s First Denial
15 Simon Peter followed Jesus, as did another of the disciples. That other disciple was acquainted with the high priest, so he was allowed to enter the high priest’s courtyard with Jesus. 16 Peter had to stay outside the gate. Then the disciple who knew the high priest spoke to the woman watching at the gate, and she let Peter in. 17 The woman asked Peter, “You’re not one of that man’s disciples, are you?” “No,” he said, “I am not.” 18 Because it was cold, the household servants and the guards had made a charcoal fire. They stood around it, warming themselves, and Peter stood with them, warming himself.
It starts with a small lie. That small lie then requires a bigger lie to cover the first one. Next thing we know we are where we shouldn't be, warming ourselves by the fire, seeking comfort with the enemy. We don't remember how it started but we end up out of control, away from God.
Peter told a small lie, he probably didn't think anything of it, he lied to be close to Jesus. It will get worse before it gets better, as lies often do.
Is there something in your life your not being honest about today? Is there something leading you to seek comfort from the enemy? Take it to Jesus and confess it to Him. Only Jesus can give you the freedom of forgiveness. Only Jesus can give you real comfort. Only Jesus can give you strength to overcome.
Blessings, Cecilia
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