Simon Peter, also known as Cephas (John 1:42), was one of the first followers of Jesus Christ. He was an outspoken and ardent disciple, one of Jesus’ closest friends, an apostle, and a “pillar” of the church (Galatians 2:9). Peter was enthusiastic, strong-willed, impulsive, and, at times, brash. But for all his strengths, Peter had several failings in his life. Still, the Lord who chose him continued to mold him into exactly who He intended Peter to be.
Simon was originally from Bethsaida (John 1:44) and lived in Capernaum (Mark 1:29), both cities on the coast of the Sea of Galilee. He was married (1 Corinthians 9:5), and he and James and John were partners in a profitable fishing business (Luke 5:10). Simon met Jesus through his brother Andrew, who had followed Jesus after hearing John the Baptist proclaim that Jesus was the Lamb of God (John 1:35-36). When Jesus called Peter and Andrew to follow Him, left everything behind to follow the Lord (Luke 5:11).
In Part 3 of Peter’s monologue, he describes Jesus restoring him, the Ascension, and Pentecost.
This week we begin Week 2 of a four-week series on the four different kinds of love in the Bible. This week, we turn...
What does the Bible say about friendship? Perhaps more than we may have thought. The theme of friendship weaves through the whole storyline of...
Ezra was a scribe who lived in the Second Temple period. He was a descendant of the priestly tribe of Levi, and he was...
