John 20:3-4a (The Message)
Peter and (John) left immediately for the tomb. They ran…
“Peter was not given great prominence in the account, but the little said of him is significant. He ran to the tomb; and it is safe to say that he would not have run unless he had a deep concern for Jesus. The last reference to him prior to the 20th chapter was the denial, though repentance followed quickly upon his failure. It was, however, too late for Peter to express his sorrow personally to Jesus; and Jesus’ death, as far as he knew, permanently removed any possibility of adjustment. Peter was left carrying the burden of an unforgiven sin. The resurrection meant for him the assurance of forgiveness and restoration to fellowship with the Lord.” Have you brought your failures to Jesus and found forgiveness and freedom from guilt and shame? Jesus says, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest” (Matt. 11:28).
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