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• Ed Gerber introduces himself and Trinity Western University
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• Importance of prayer for the university from local churches
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• Discussion of international students at TWU coming to faith in Christ
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• Transitioning from Advent focus to a new message bridging into 2025
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• Reading of Luke chapter 22:54-62, Jesus' passion and Peter's denial
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• Analysis of Jesus' look at Peter during his betrayal and its significance
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• Peter's resolve to be a rock for Jesus is tested
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• Jesus predicts that Peter will deny him three times
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• The disciples flee when Jesus is arrested, but Peter follows him
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• Peter denies knowing Jesus three times in the courtyard of the high priest's house
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• After the third denial, Jesus looks at Peter and he remembers his failure, leading to bitter weeping
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• The concept of Jesus looking at Peter with love in his eyes, rather than anger or malice
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• The idea that a look of love from God could cut a betrayer's heart in two and cause repentance
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• The contrast between God's loving gaze and the reactions of gods in other pantheons
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• The message of forgiveness as taught by Jesus on the cross ("Father forgive them, they know not what they do")
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• The power of forgiveness to change everything and defeat hatred with love
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• The power of forgiveness and second chances to bring peace and change the world
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• A personal anecdote about Roy Reggles and a football game in which he received a second chance from his coach
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• The Church of Jesus Christ as a place for people who have blown it and are seeking forgiveness and love
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• The importance of receiving forgiveness and then going out to do good and show love to others
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• How looking at others with love can transform individuals and create positive change in the world
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• Privilege of joining in restoration project
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• Restoration of the world
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• Expressing gratitude and love for God/Lord
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• Request to make restoration a reality |
