Peter's restoration is connected to his denial of Jesus because, after denying Jesus three times, Peter was overcome with sadness and repentance. He went outside and wept bitterly. The Bible says that the Lord looked upon Peter with mercy, and He restored him to ministry. Peter's restoration reminds us that God is always willing to forgive us when we repent. No matter how badly we may have sinned, God is ready to forgive us and restore us to fellowship if we are willing to turn from our sin and come back to Him.