BRBC Bible Notes
Week by week, we post notes based on the theme of the Sunday service, so that people can follow them in their own personal devotions, in prayer triplets, or in the church life groups.
BRBC Bible Study Series - The Apostle Peter
Bible Study #4: Peter’s Restoration
Main Passage:
John 21:15–25
Purpose of the Study
This study explores Jesus restoring Peter after his denial, showing Christ’s grace, forgiveness, and recommissioning of broken disciples.
Opening Prayer
“Lord Jesus, thank You for restoring fallen people. Speak healing and purpose into our lives and teach us to love You deeply. Amen.”
1. Read the Passage
· Read John 21:15–25 slowly, noticing Jesus’ repeated questions to Peter.
Questions
· Why does Jesus ask Peter three times, “Do you love me?”
· What is the significance of “Feed my sheep”?
· What does this reveal about Jesus’ grace?
2. Context and Summary
· After His resurrection, Jesus meets the disciples beside the Sea of Galilee.
· Around another charcoal fire - echoing Peter’s denial - Jesus publicly restores Peter.
OT Connections
· Psalm 23 - God shepherding His people.
· Ezekiel 34 - God condemning false shepherds.
· Jeremiah 3:15 - Shepherds after God’s own heart.
NT Connections
· 1 Peter 5:2–4 - Shepherd God’s flock willingly.
· Galatians 6:1 - Restore gently those caught in sin.
· 2 Corinthians 5:17 - New creation in Christ.
Questions
· Why does Jesus restore Peter publicly?
· How does love for Christ connect to serving others?
· How can failure deepen future ministry?
3. Key Themes and Reflections
· Jesus Restores Broken People Christ does not discard repentant disciples.
· Love Comes Before Service Peter’s ministry flows from relationship with Jesus.
· Augustine wrote: “Love, and then do what you will.”
· Restored People Can Strengthen Others Peter later becomes a courageous shepherd and leader.
· Tim Keller wrote: “The gospel is this: we are more sinful than we imagined and more loved than we dared hope.”
Questions
· How have you experienced God’s restoration?
· Why is love for Christ essential in ministry?
· How can restored believers encourage others?
4. A Word to the Church
For BRBC
· Are we a restoring church?
· Do we value grace alongside truth?
· Are we caring well for God’s people?
Challenge
Churches that fail to restore wounded people fail to reflect Jesus.
Questions
· How can BRBC better restore hurting believers?
· Are we more judgmental or compassionate?
· What does healthy spiritual shepherding look like?
· How do we best find the balance between acknowledging failure, and forgiving and restoration from failure?
5. Practical Action
· Spend time reflecting on God’s grace in your life.
· Reach out to someone spiritually discouraged.
· Pray for BRBC leaders and pastoral care.
· Serve someone practically this week.
Areas for Prayer
· Healing for wounded believers.
· Wisdom for church leaders.
· Deeper love for Christ.
· Unity and care within BRBC.
Closing Scripture Meditation
John 21:17 “Lord, you know everything; you know that I love you.”
Final Prayer
“Restoring Lord, thank You for Your mercy toward us. Help us love You deeply and serve Your people faithfully. Make BRBC a place of grace and restoration. Amen.”
For a printable version of this, and previous editions, please click here.
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