Daily Devotional

The God Of The Second Chance

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Day 5

John 21:17 (ESV)

[17] He said to him the third time, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” Peter was grieved because he said to him the third time, “Do you love me?” and he said to him, “Lord, you know everything; you know that I love you.” Jesus said to him, “Feed my sheep.

The Restoring Love of Jesus

Restoration is at the very heart of the gospel. After Peter’s denial, Jesus tenderly asks him three times, “Do you love me?”—mirroring Peter’s three denials. Far from shaming him, Jesus is restoring him to his calling: “Feed my sheep.” Christ’s love doesn’t just forgive; it heals, recommissions, and entrusts us again with meaningful service. The wounds of failure are met with the healing grace of Christ, who knows our hearts and offers redemption, not rejection. Jesus’ approach to Peter models the way God pursues us—not waiting for us to earn our way back, but lovingly drawing us into renewed relationship and purpose. No matter where you have been or what you have done, Jesus' love is patient, restorative, and full of hope. Respond to His invitation and embrace the mission He has for you.

Key Takeaway

Jesus restores and recommissions all who return to Him—your purpose is renewed in Christ.

Questions to Consider

  1. How have you experienced Jesus’ restoring love after a time of failure?
  2. What does it mean to you that Christ entrusts hurting people with Kingdom work?
  3. Who around you needs to see or receive Christ’s restorative grace today?

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