Tonight, we gather in the tension of knowing. Holy Tuesday reminds us that Jesus, fully aware of the paths His friends would take, speaks truth into the hearts of those closest to Him. At the table, surrounded by familiar faces, He reveals what no one wants to hear: one will betray, and another will deny.

In the face of betrayal, Jesus does not turn away. He looks at Judas with the same love that washed his feet just nights ago. In the face of denial, Jesus does not scorn Peter. He speaks with sorrow, yet with the certainty that Peter’s story will not end in failure.

These moments are heavy, yet they are profoundly human. Betrayal and denial are woven into the fabric of our fragile relationships. Who among us can say we have never faltered, never chosen self-preservation over loyalty? And yet, even in these shadows, Jesus does not withdraw His love. His love remains steadfast, even for those who falter.

Holy Tuesday challenges us to look inward. Where are the places in our lives where we have turned from Christ—whether through action, inaction, or silence? And where might we find hope in the assurance that failure does not define us? For just as Peter will be restored, so too does grace continue to call us back to love and faithfulness.