Mk 8:27-35 Who is Jesus for you?

from A Psychologist looks at Scripture · host Dr. Peter Doherty

Send us Fan MailJesus, like any good lawyer never asked a question that he did not already know the answer to. After the disciples answer his question Jesus increases the heat by asking them who they think he is. Peter responds with the perfect answer and Jesus points out that his answer is a reflection of God’s presence in his life. Unfortunately for Peter he continues talking and shows that while he gave the correct answer, spoke the correct words he really didn’t understand Jesus or His mission. In these brief passages Jesus provides us with wise teachings about life. Complete our 1 Minute Survey

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Send us Fan Mail Jesus, like any good lawyer never asked a question that he did not already know the answer to. After the disciples answer his question Jesus increases the heat by asking them who they think he is. Peter responds with the perfect answer and Jesus points out that his answer is a reflection of God’s presence in his life. Unfortunately for Peter he continues talking and shows that while he gave the correct answer, spoke the correct words he really didn’t...