Get behind me, Satan

Peter, one of the most devoted disciples, is called Satan after being commended for his faith. Why?

His idea of the Messiah is far different from who Jesus is: the suffering servant.

He wants a comfortable Saviour and wants Jesus to abandon God's plan. Whatever tempts us to abandon God's will or God's ways or the cross can be considered as Satan. It must get behind us so that we can follow God's directions and plans. Pains and sufferings can become heavenly grace for us.

Get behind me, Satan!

Jesus I trust in you

Fr. Georges sac