Lovest Thou Me

Lovest Thou Me

In John 21:15–17, Jesus asked Peter three times, “Lovest thou me?” This question came after Peter had denied Him three times before the crucifixion. The repetition was not to shame Peter but to restore him. Each time Peter responded, “Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee,” Jesus replied, “Feed my lambs,” “Feed my sheep.” Love for Christ is not proven by emotion or words alone, but by action—especially service to others. Jesus was reinstating Peter not just as a follower, but as a shepherd. Love and responsibility are bound together in God’s kingdom.

This question—"Lovest thou me?"—is the heart of discipleship. Jesus didn’t ask Peter, “Are you sorry?” or “Will you try harder?” but “Do you love me?” Because love is the foundation. From love flows obedience, trust, sacrifice, and leadership. Jesus knew that Peter’s journey ahead would be filled with trials, and only genuine love for Christ could sustain him through the mission. This divine interrogation was not about Peter’s past failures, but about preparing him for future faithfulness. When Jesus calls us to service, He begins with the heart.

For every believer, this question still echoes: “Lovest thou me?” It’s a personal and probing inquiry. It pushes past surface-level religion and dives into motive. Christ is not asking for perfection but devotion. Our love for Him is shown in how we care for His people, uphold His truth, and obey His word. When we love Him, we will feed His sheep—we will serve, forgive, give, and lead in humility. And even if we’ve failed before, His grace still calls us forward, because love redeems and restores.

Word Affirmation: “I will love thee, O Lord, my strength.” - Psalm 18:1 (KJV) (Don't just say it, mean it!)

"Love for Christ is the root from which all fruitful service grows."

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