God Quote-Do You Love Me?

JOHN SHIRK – In the Year of God’s Word, this is what the LORD says in John 21:17.

“Do you love me?”

This was the third time Jesus asked Peter this question. After Jesus was arrested a few days earlier, Peter denied that he even knew Jesus three times.  Now, Peter would have the opportunity to affirm his love for Jesus three times. And he did. He said, “Yes, Lord, you know that I love you.”

Jesus responded by saying “Feed by lambs.” By saying this, Jesus was reinstating Peter to a place of ministry.

This question from Jesus is also relevant for our response, no matter how many times we may have failed Him in the past. “Do you love me?” If our answer is “Yes”, He will be there to give us a fresh start into a meaningful purpose.

John 21:17-that’s today’s God Quote for us to embrace for life.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com