Theme: The Lord Jesus suffers denial by one of His disciples. Introduction A. A rooster is often found on a church steeple B. The focus here is on Christ and His suffering I. The Beginning of Denial A. Peter begins with good intentions B. Another disciple has let him into Caiaphas' house II. The Initial Temptation A. It comes through a little maid B. Peter's reaction III. The Subsequent Denials A. Notice the place of temptation 1. Spiritual darkness—the dark of night and cold 2. Bad company B. The succumbing to temptation C. The reminder—the cock crowed IV. Jesus' sufferings A. The focus of Passion Week is on Jesus' suffering B. How did Jesus suffer through Peter? C. The blood of Jesus is pictured Application A. Consider whether you have denied your Lord B. Love the Lord for suffering via Peter's denial C. Thank God that Jesus brings the elect home