#soap # Matthew 26 ## Title: How Great Is the Mercy of Our King! ## Scripture: (Matthew 26:34) Jesus said to him, “I tell you the truth, on this night, before the rooster crows, you will deny me three times.” (NET) ## Observation: Think about it. Earlier in the chapter, Jesus says He knows Judas will betray Him. Now, Jesus reveals that Peter will deny Him as well multiple times. Jesus is surrounded by people who are supposed to love Him, fight for Him, die for Him, and carry on the mission of spreading the Gospel. These are the men who He has poured His life into for the past three years. Now, when He needs them the most, they will deny Him and be scattered. Yet, they are all welcome at His table. The King has endless mercy and endless goodness. He offers forgiveness when we fail and fall. Both Judas and Peter failed Jesus in spectacular ways. One returned to Jesus and one did not. Let’s resolve to always be the ones to return to Jesus. He will welcome us with open arms. ## Application: Is there an area you have isolated yourself from God due to failure? Bring it to Him today. ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for always welcoming us to Your table.