1. Jesus' first trial (12-14,19-24)

The soldiers arrested Jesus and took him to the high priest's father-in-law. There he was on trial. The high priest asked him about his ministry. Jesus replied that he had no secrets. He always taught openly. Anyone could answer his question. Even though he was bound, they struck him in the face. Jesus replied, "If I said something wrong, testify as to what is wrong. But if I spoke the truth, why did you strike me?" Jesus knew this trial was a mockery with a foregone conclusion. But Jesus went through it in obedience to his Father.

2. Peter's denials (15-18, 25-27)

Meanwhile, Peter was waiting outside the courtyard, warming himself by a fire. He was asked first by a servant girl, then by others, and a third time by a high priest's servant if he was one of Jesus' disciples. Peter flatly denied it all three times. Peter had not intended to deny Jesus. But his inner fear and lack of faith led him to do so.