John 18:10-14 Peter's Attack

Peter cut off the ear of Malchus, a servant of the high priest, as the soldiers made ready to arrest Jesus in the garden.  My commentary brought out some interesting observations:

"Peter's sword symbolizes rebellion against the will of God.  Peter should have known that Jesus would be arrested and that He would willingly surrender to His enemies.  Peter made every mistake possible!  He fought the wrong enemy, used the wrong weapon, had the wrong motive, and accomplished the wrong result.  He was openly resisting the will of God and hindering the work that Jesus came to accomplish."

Father, please take me out of Your way if You find me doing something against Your will.  Show me how You want me to serve and enable me to do so correctly.

 

Your Brother In Christ,
Gary Ford