1. Peter was sitting in the courtyard (69-73)

He wanted to be loyal to Jesus, so when Jesus was arrested, he followed at a distance. However, because there was no decision to live and die for Jesus' sake, fear ruled his heart. He went into the courtyard and sat down with the guards, but he was not clear about his identity as Jesus' disciple. Jesus had predicted Peter's betrayal, but Peter had not accepted Jesus' words. He had not prayed. He was on the frontline of the battle, but there was no decision of faith in his heart.

2. Then Peter remembered (74-75)

A servant girl recognized Peter, but he denied being with Jesus. Then another girl recognized him. This time he denied it with an oath. Finally, someone recognized his Galilean accent. Peter's fear took over. He cursed and swore, saying, 'I don't know the man.' Then the rooster crowed. Peter remembered Jesus' words (34), went out, and wept.

Application: Lord, give me a decision to live and die for Jesus' sake and help me to keep your word in my heart.
One Word: Remember Jesus' words