Peter, the Apostle
Peter:
His life and times
Setting: Intercessory Prayer Team Bible Study
Length of Delivery: 40 minutes each lesson
Name: Ms. Awilda L. Jones
ID: L24611781
Course: NBST 521
Professor: Dr. David Mappes
Date: 12/8/11
Lesson 1: Peter: His life and background
Introduction:
This lesson will take a look into the background of Simon Peter and his initial call to discipleship. Simon Peter is one of the most well known disciples. Although the bible is largely silent in regards to his full background, it has been noted that he was considered a part of Jesus’ inner circle. I. Background: A. Born in the city of Bethsaida, resident of Capernium. B. Son of Jon, of Jewish descent. Brother to Andrew, who was also a disciple of Jesus Christ. Husband as well, wife’s name not mentioned. C. Accustomed to Hellenestic culture. Educated by Jewish culture(reading, writing, and memorizing the Torah. ) D. Name: originally named Simon Peter. Was later named Peter by Jesus Christ(Matt 16:18) E. Fisherman by trade. Called by Jesus to become fishers of men(Matt 4:19)
II Discipleship F. Was often seen as the central figure among the twelve. G. Often noted as one of the first disciples to be called of Jesus Christ as he began his ministry from the shore of Galilee. H. Mother-in-law was healed by Jesus who then became a faithful follower of Jesus Christ as well. (Matt 8:14) I. Peter was the first disciple to acknowledge Jesus as the Messiah, “You are the Christ, Son of the living God”. (Matt 16:16) J. Rebuked by Jesus(Matt 16:22-23) for having his mind set on carnal priorities and not acknowledging His divine mission.
II. Life during Jesus Ministry III. A. Peter shows great faith by stepping out onto the water in the midst of a storm to meet Jesus(Matt 14:22-23) IV. -Demonstrates unprecedented faith among the disciples. V. -only
His life and times
Setting: Intercessory Prayer Team Bible Study
Length of Delivery: 40 minutes each lesson
Name: Ms. Awilda L. Jones
ID: L24611781
Course: NBST 521
Professor: Dr. David Mappes
Date: 12/8/11
Lesson 1: Peter: His life and background
Introduction:
This lesson will take a look into the background of Simon Peter and his initial call to discipleship. Simon Peter is one of the most well known disciples. Although the bible is largely silent in regards to his full background, it has been noted that he was considered a part of Jesus’ inner circle. I. Background: A. Born in the city of Bethsaida, resident of Capernium. B. Son of Jon, of Jewish descent. Brother to Andrew, who was also a disciple of Jesus Christ. Husband as well, wife’s name not mentioned. C. Accustomed to Hellenestic culture. Educated by Jewish culture(reading, writing, and memorizing the Torah. ) D. Name: originally named Simon Peter. Was later named Peter by Jesus Christ(Matt 16:18) E. Fisherman by trade. Called by Jesus to become fishers of men(Matt 4:19)
II Discipleship F. Was often seen as the central figure among the twelve. G. Often noted as one of the first disciples to be called of Jesus Christ as he began his ministry from the shore of Galilee. H. Mother-in-law was healed by Jesus who then became a faithful follower of Jesus Christ as well. (Matt 8:14) I. Peter was the first disciple to acknowledge Jesus as the Messiah, “You are the Christ, Son of the living God”. (Matt 16:16) J. Rebuked by Jesus(Matt 16:22-23) for having his mind set on carnal priorities and not acknowledging His divine mission.
II. Life during Jesus Ministry III. A. Peter shows great faith by stepping out onto the water in the midst of a storm to meet Jesus(Matt 14:22-23) IV. -Demonstrates unprecedented faith among the disciples. V. -only
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