Jesus asked Peter if he loved his Lord "more than these"-evidently pointing to the large haul of fish. In Peter's heart, would love for the fishing business compete with love for Jesus? Just as Peter had denied his Lord three times, Jesus now gave him the opportunity to affirm his love three times before his fellows. As Peter did so, Jesus told him how to show the love; by putting sacred service ahead of all else, feeding, strengthening, and shepherding Jesus' flock, His faithful followers. -LUKE 22:32; JOHN 21:15-17.
Jesus thus confirmed that Peter was still useful to him and to his Father. Peter would play a valuable role in the congregation under Christ's direction. What powerful proof of Jesus' full forgiveness! Surely that mercy touched Peter, and he took it to heart.
Next time: CHAPTER TWENTY-THREE/Further Proof of Forgiveness - Conclusion
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