“Then saith the damsel that kept the door unto Peter, Art not thou also one of this man’s disciples? He saith, I am not” (John 18:17).

Yeah, that Peter was a flimsy-spined fellow alright. He said he would be true to Jesus and would never deny him. Oh sure.

But how stout is my own spine?

Once in a while, my driving denies any acquaintance with Jesus.

At times, my ill-timed laughter (or silence) denies my knowledge of Jesus.

And what about some of my reading or music or purchases?

Then there’s the matter of certain attitudes, thoughts, surmisings, and word choices.

Thankfully, Jesus extends His grace and forgiveness to me like He did to Peter.

Because of that, I am free to repent and to try again.

Yes, I am one of His disciples!