RED Church— "DENIAL IS NOT BETRAYAL" Special guest Troy Brewer!

**In Red Church today, Troy Brewer explores the ways we deny Christ through everyday fears and pressures. He distinguishes between denial and betrayal while explaining how Jesus is always ready to meet us in our moments of weakness, offering redemption and strength.** Troy draws our attention to Matthew 26:31-75 as he discusses Peter's denial of Jesus, pointing out that this event serves as a powerful reminder of the various ways we can deny Christ in our own lives. He encourages us to reflect on how these moments of denial can manifest, whether through fear, shame, or the pressures of our daily circumstances.  Learn more about Z Ministries by following the link below: https://linktr.ee/zministries  In his explanation, Troy emphasizes that there is a crucial distinction between denial and betrayal. While denial reflects moments of weakness or fear, betrayal involves a conscious decision to turn away. He warns us that the devil seeks to sift us like wheat, to separate us from our true identity in Christ.  Troy further elaborates that the accusations made against Jesus mirror the struggles we each face, including our past experiences of slavery to sin, the ways in which we are exposed when our sins come to light, and the powerful implications of our words and actions.  As he continues, Troy reassures us that despite our moments of denial, Jesus will always meet us in those places of struggle and doubt. He offers us redemption and the empowering grace needed to stand firm in our faith. He articulates that while every sin can lead us to deny Jesus, it is important to understand that this act of denial is not the same as betrayal. Instead, he encourages us to take the time to reflect on our spiritual journeys, urging us to retrace our steps whenever we feel we have strayed from Jesus due to our sins.  April 5, 2026