From the 3rd Passover to the start of the final week 1 study
Jesus’ ministry: callings, miracles and teachings 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 6.67 (King James Version) :Then said Jesus unto the twelve, Will ye also go away?King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org
Jesus’ ministry: callings, miracles and teachings
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PAR000
The parables
This article examines Jesus' use of parables to convey spiritual truths through symbolic stories. It considers the challenges these stories posed to the disciples' understanding and the question of equal access to God's truth.
Matthew 13.11 (King James Version) :He answered and said unto them, Because it is given unto you to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it is not given.King James Version (1769), domaine public — texte : eBible.org