Do You Love Me?

Do You Love Me?

From Words of Wisdom with DE by Damaris Evans

June 10, 2026 · 20 min

About this episode

This episode explores the theme of love and commitment through biblical passages where Jesus questions Peter's love for him.

“After breakfast Jesus asked Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?” “Yes, Lord,” Peter replied, “you know I love you.” “Then feed my lambs,” Jesus told him. Jesus repeated the question: “Simon son of John, do you love me?” “Yes, Lord,” Peter said, “you know I love you.” “Then take care of my sheep,” Jesus said. A third time he asked him, “Simon son of John, do you love me?” Peter was hurt that Jesus asked the question a third time. He said, “Lord, you know everything. You know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Then feed my sheep.” ‭‭John‬ ‭21‬:‭15‬-‭17‬ ‭NLT‬‬ “Peter declared, “Even if everyone else deserts you, I will never desert you.” Jesus replied, “I tell you the truth, Peter—this very night, before the rooster crows, you will deny three times that you even know me.” “No!” Peter insisted. “Even if I have to die with you, I will never deny you!” And all the other disciples vowed the same.” ‭‭Matthew‬ ‭26‬:‭33‬-‭35‬ ‭NLT‬‬ “Now may the God of peace— who brought up from the dead our Lord Jesus, the great Shepherd of the sheep, and ratified an eternal covenant with his blood— may he equip you with all you need for doing his will. May he produce in you…

People in this episode

Host: Damaris Evans

Topics covered

  • love
  • faith
  • discipleship
  • scripture
  • spiritual growth

Keywords

  • love
  • Jesus
  • Peter
  • disciples
  • scripture
  • faith
  • spirituality

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: John 21:15-17 NLT, Matthew 26:33-35 NLT, Hebrews 13:20-21 NLT, Ephesians 3:18 NLT

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