Easter Eggs

Yes, He’s My King!sovereignty in the midst of trials

Palm Sunday – Triumphal Entry

This is my King!

“Hosanna, blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord.”

Introduction

• Sovereignty is the truth that God is in charge of the universe and its inhabitants– As part of His sovereign plan, God may allow you

to be tested, tempted, and sometimes fail

Peter’s Denial Predicted

I would die for you, my King!

“Before the rooster crows twice, you will deny me three times.”

Introduction

• In the midst of Jesus’ most critical hours, Peter was the target of Satan’s attack– Peter was a choice servant, a close friend, and a

clear leader in the coming ministry initiatives• Loyalty is evidence of a covenantal

relationship – Our loyalty is pitiful and weak; God’s loyalty is

able to withstand even disloyalty

High Priest’s House

Courtyard

The Night in Question

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Introduction

• Each of Peter’s denials was a further drift from the One whom He loved

Distancing of Disciples

• FAITHFUL “Are you one of His disciples?”• FAMILIAR “You were with Him”• FUZZY “Your accent betrays you. You are

from Galilee.”

Drawing of Disciples

the same King

“And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself.”

Drawing of Disciples

“…in the hope that they might feel their way toward Him and find Him.”

Drawing of Disciples

• Identify with and acknowledge your true King • Choose substantial action rather than speech

alone to verify your claims• Spend more quality time with God and His

people who are faithful

Drawing of Disciples

• Be “on high alert” for the sifting attacks of the enemy

• Repent of failures and strengthen your brothers

“…Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you...”