1. Peter followed at a distance (53-54)

Peter followed, but with no clear decision of faith and no spiritual preparation. He still looked for small physical comforts.

2. Testimonies against Jesus (55-59)

The testimonies against Jesus consisted of lies and distorted statements. Jesus had once predicted that if they destroyed the temple of his body he would raise it again in three days (Jn 2:19-21).

3. Jesus' faith (60-65)

Jesus did not answer the false charges made against him. He was like a lamb, silent before its shearers (Isa 53:7). When the high priest asked him, 'Are you the Christ, the Son of God?' Jesus said, 'I am.' Then he spoke about his triumphant Second Coming. By faith, he claimed the final victory. His enemies could not defeat him--they could only curse and beat him.

Application: Lord, give me the faith and vision of Jesus, so that I may not be discouraged by small defeats and rejections.
One Word: Jesus will come again in triumph