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  1. Étude 1 : L'épreuve de la consécration
  2. Étude 2 : Pierre reconnait Jésus comme le Messie
  • PER175 The test of consecration

    The pericope PER175 recounts, according to the sole testimony of John (Jn 6,60-61), the reaction of many disciples who, offended by the discourse on the bread of life delivered in Capernaum, choose to abandon the Messiah Jesus. This moment of trial reveals the gap between messianic political expectations and Jesus' spiritual proposal, inviting the reader to a deep reflection on the authentic nature of faith and consecration.

    John 6.60-61 (King James Version) :
    Many therefore of his disciples, when they had heard this, said, This is an hard saying; who can hear it?When Jesus knew in himself that his disciples murmured at it, he said unto them, Doth this offend you?
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    Level: Intermediate Level: Intermediate

  • 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 6.44 (King James Version) :
    No man can come to me, except the Father which hath sent me draw him: and I will raise him up at the last day.
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    Level: Intermediate Level: Intermediate