KJV ORIGINAL
Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, That this night, before the cock crow, thou shalt deny me thrice.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Jesus looked at him and said, 'I'm telling you the truth, tonight, before you even hear a rooster crow in the morning, you're going to deny you know me three times.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes Jesus knows us better than we know ourselves, even when it hurts to hear.
📚 Historical Context
This verse takes place during the Last Supper in Jerusalem, as Jesus prepares His disciples for His impending arrest and crucifixion. Jesus is speaking directly to Peter, predicting his denial amid the mounting pressure from religious leaders and the Roman authorities. This moment underscores the human frailty of even the most devoted followers in the face of fear.
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