Jesus Addresses the Pitfall of Self-Sufficiency | Dr. Stephen Conley

Text:  Mark 14:26-31

The Prophetic Words of Jesus (Mark 14:26-28)

• Jesus predicts the failure of each disciple.
• Jesus promises to be faithful to His mission and to His disciples.

The Protesting Words of Peter (Mark 14:29-31)

• Peter challenged Jesus’ words and pledged his undying devotion.
• Peter underestimated his enemy and refused to admit his own weakness.

Heart Application

• Know that your heart will lead you astray (Prov. 16:18; Jer. 17:5-10)
• Submit yourself to God and His Word (Ps. 119:9-11; James 1:19-25; 4:6-10)
• Under the grace of Christ, failure does not mean final. (1 Thess. 5:23-24; 1 Tim. 1:12-17)