each of Peter’s affirmations, Jesus said to him, “Feed My lambs” (John 21:15), “Tend My sheep” (21:16), and “Feed My sheep” (21:17). Finally, Jesus told Peter, “You follow Me” (21:22). Peter’s initial response may have been something short of unconditional love, suggesting he had come to realize how easily one waivers under pressure. Jesus appeared to be satisfied with Peter’s realistic affirmation as a step in the right direction. Despite Peter’s remarkable ability to argue with Jesus, he also had