Peter's Preface

A Colorful Character

Think about all the scripture stories you’ve heard or read.  Now, think about who are the most “colorful characters” from those stories.  By ‘colorful characters’ I mean individuals who are seen in many different situations, ones that show strength, boldness, weakness, and even ones that are down right embarrassing.

Am I one of the people you thought of?  I walked on water (and got wet).  I boldly followed Jesus (and shamefully denied him).  I was one of Jesus’ top students (and often missed his point completely).  I was the one who wanted to build shelters for Moses and Elijah at Jesus’ Transfiguration.  And I was the one whom Jesus named ‘Rock’.  I hid behind locked doors after Jesus’ crucifixion and I courageously preached the gospel message to the Sanhedrin.  Yes, fortunately or not, I am known as a “colorful character”.  No one has ever complained that the story of my life is bland.