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3/22 - Mark 14:53-72 | Trust and Denial
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In Mark 14:53–72, Jesus endures a sham trial—held in the dead of night with false accusations and no real charges—yet remains silent, fulfilling prophecy. When He finally speaks, it is not in self-defense, but to boldly declare the truth of who He is, even though it leads to His condemnation. As He is mocked and struck by the very people He came to save, Peter simultaneously denies even knowing Him. While Peter fails, Jesus remains faithful. Even then, Jesus does not abandon Peter, but calls him back by name—reminding us that His faithfulness endures, even when ours does not.