In Matthew 26:31–35, Jesus predicts the disciples’ scattering and Peter’s denial, revealing both the weakness of even His closest followers and His sovereign control over what is to come. Though confident in their own strength, the disciples are shown to be prone to wander—just as we are—often drifting not in a moment, but over time through pride and self-reliance.
Yet even in predicting their failure, Jesus promises their restoration. He is already preparing to forgive and receive them back after His resurrection. This passage reminds us that while we are all prone to wander, Christ is always ready to forgive—and our hope is not in our faithfulness to Him, but in His grace toward us.
