Wept Bitterly
The Lord Jesus had given a serious word of warning,
They would be tested; they would be found wanting.
But the disciples shrugged and pledged their loyalty,
Peter especially said he would be with Him faithfully!
Jesus warned that Satan had asked if he could test Peter,
Would this stalwart disciple remain strong and never falter?
Peter was sure of himself and declared that he would be true,
Those were words that reflected a proud spirit that he would rue!
Jesus was arrested and great was the crowd that had gathered,
The enemies had looked for followers, but all had scattered.
Peter was outside in the courtyard when he was confronted,
Fear filled his heart, he mumbled and swore and spluttered!
Again and again he denied his Master – as it was foretold,
Peter’s heart was stricken, it had become dark and cold.
Then Jesus looked at him with eyes of pain and sorrow,
He recalled and wept bitterly as if there was no tomorrow!
How could he have denied his Master who loved him so dearly?
Yet he did just that and he was now filled with shame utterly.
Could the Master ever forgive a heinous sin such as denial?
Only a great Saviour could fully forgive and offer true revival!
Inspiration: Luke 22:31-62
Charles Tan