A Weary World Rejoices, Pt. 4

A Weary World Rejoices, Pt. 4 | He Is Patient

PT. 4 | HE IS PATIENT | JOHN 21:15-17

1. Read Matthew 16:13-23; 26:36-46; 26:31-35; John 18:1-11; Matthew 26:69-75. How would you describe Peter’s temperament?

2. Read 1 Peter 5:1-11. In what ways do we see Peter’s growth over the 30 years?

3. Read John 21:15-17. What do we learn about the patience of God in this encounter that Jesus has with Peter?

4. Read Romans 8:31-34. What is the source of God’s patience with us?

5. How might God’s patience with us not just be a reflection of His grace but also His strategy in our lives?

6. Should we question the wisdom of Jesus to entrust to Peter His most precious possession…the church?

7. How have you seen the patience of God in your life?

8. Do you struggle with imposter syndrome in the church? What are the reasons you might cite that would exclude you from the patience of God?

9. How can our patience with one another help us trust in the patience of God?