November 30

But I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith will not fail. And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers. — Luke 22:32 BSB

It’s a great comfort to know that Jesus is watching over us and interceding for us. When His disciples were about to face a severe test, Jesus prayed especially for Peter, knowing that he was most in danger: “Satan has asked to sift all of you as wheat. But I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith may not fail.”

Christ’s concern for us becomes even more tender when He sees our weakness. The more difficult our struggles, the more earnestly He prays for us and the more powerfully He helps us.

It’s encouraging to remember that this story of Jesus interceding for Peter is a picture of what He is doing for all of us. From heaven, He watches over us, and when we are in danger, He lifts His hands in prayer for us before God.