Trials (Mark 14:53-72)

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Trials
Mark 14:53-72

I. Intro
​Big Idea: Self-confidence leads to disillusionment, but faith in Christ leads to deliverance.

II. False Testimony
A. Peter’s commitment was about him. Mark 14:53-54
B. Jesus testimony was flawless. Mark 14:55-59; John 2:19, 18:13

III. Condemned
A. Jesus had nothing to prove. Mark 14:60-61a
B. Jesus truthfully declared Himself our Judge. Daniel 7:13-14; Mark 14:61b-62

IV. Blasphemy
A. The high priest’s devotion was a show. Mark 14:63-64; John 3:1-21  
B. Jesus humbled Himself but would soon be exalted. Mark 14:65

V. Remember
A. Peter defended himself.  Matthew 26:73; Mark 14:66-71; Luke 22:61
B. Jesus restores. Matthew 16:18; Mark 14:72; Luke 22:32; John 1:42; Ephesians 5:27; 1 Peter 5:10 

The Next Step

• What’s something you do when you feel unjustly accused? How can self-confidence be dangerous? 
• Why was Jesus silent before His accusers? Can you relate to Peter in this story? If so, how? If not, why not? 
• Read Luke 22:32. How can Jesus use our past failures to help us minister to others? What’s something the Holy Spirit is calling you to do in response to Mark 14:53-72?