From the 3rd Passover to the start of the final week 1 study
The last day up to the crucifixion 3 studies
Peter's ministry 1 study
From the 3rd Passover to the start of the final week
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PER176
Peter acknowledges Jesus as the Messiah
Pericope 176 recounts Peter's confession that Jesus is the Messiah, reported only by John (6.62-71). After a mass departure of disciples, Jesus asks the Twelve about their commitment. Peter responds with a remarkable proclamation of faith. The article explores the tension between divine sovereignty and human freedom, and concludes with the mention of Judas Iscariot, a reminder that nothing escapes God's gaze.
John 6.66 (King James Version) :From that time many of his disciples went back, and walked no more with him.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org
The last day up to the crucifixion
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PER317
Peter and another disciple offer to defend their Master
The article deals with the reaction of Peter and the disciples to the announcement of Jesus’ death. Misreading the message, they consider an earthly solution to a spiritual issue. The text explains how the Messiah’s mission is revealed through the crucifixion, finally leading the disciples to grasp its true meaning. The moment captured here shows the journey from incomprehension to genuine faith.
Luke 22.38 (King James Version) :And they said, Lord, behold, here are two swords. And he said unto them, It is enough.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
PER321
Personal conversation with his disciples
The article analyzes Jesus' last interactions with his disciples, highlighting their spiritual transformation through divine revelation. Jesus calls them friends, not servants, emphasizing the importance of love and of the divine mission. The account invites us to see election and mission in theological continuity.
John 14.1-15 (King James Version) :Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me.In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.And whither I go ye know, and the way ye know.Thomas saith unto him, Lord, we know not whither thou goest; and how can we know the way?Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.If ye had known me, ye should have known my Father also: and from henceforth ye know him, and have seen him.Philip saith unto him, Lord, shew us the Father, and it sufficeth us.Jesus saith unto him, Have I been so long time with you, and yet hast thou not known me, Philip? he that hath seen me hath seen the Father; and how sayest thou then, Shew us the Father?Believest thou not that I am in the Father, and the Father in me? the words that I speak unto you I speak not of myself: but the Father that dwelleth in me, he doeth the works.Believe me that I am in the Father, and the Father in me: or else believe me for the very works’ sake.Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father.And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son.If ye shall ask any thing in my name, I will do it.If ye love me, keep my commandments.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org -
PER323
Jesus the Messiah comforts his disciples
In John 16.5-15, Jesus comforts his disciples, promising the Holy Spirit to guide them into the truth after his departure. This important passage highlights the mission of the Spirit: to convict of sin, of righteousness and of judgment, while ensuring the continuity of Jesus' teachings.
John 13.30 (King James Version) :He then having received the sop went immediately out: and it was night.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org
Peter's ministry
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ADA005
The choice of Matthias
Analysis of Acts 1.15-26, which recounts the election of Matthias to replace Judas Iscariot. Peter, the natural spokesman of the disciples, bases the need for this replacement on the Psalms. The apostolic criteria are specified: to have followed Jesus since his baptism and to be a witness of his resurrection. Matthias is finally designated by lot after prayer, restoring the college of the Twelve, a symbol of the twelve tribes of Israel.
Matthew 16.18-19 (King James Version) :And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.And I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom of heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org