Understanding the Identity of Jesus

In the region of Caesarea Philippi, Jesus asks his disciples who people think he is. They mention figures like John the Baptist and Elijah. Jesus then asks them directly, and Simon Peter declares him as the Messiah, the Son of the living God. Jesus blesses Peter, stating that this revelation came from God, and declares that Peter will be the foundation of his church. He promises Peter the keys to the kingdom of heaven, granting him authority on earth and in heaven. Jesus instructs his disciples to keep his identity as the Messiah a secret.

What were some of the figures people thought Jesus might be?

• Moses, David, and Solomon

• John the Baptist, Elijah, and Jeremiah

• Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob

• Noah, Daniel, and Job

Who did Simon Peter say Jesus was?

• A prophet

• A great teacher

• A wise man

• The Messiah, the Son of the living God

What did Jesus say was the source of Peter's revelation about his identity?

• His own understanding

• The teachings of the prophets

• The scriptures

• The Father in heaven

What did Jesus promise to give Peter?

• A crown of glory

• The keys of the kingdom of heaven

• A seat at his right hand

• A place in his kingdom

What instruction did Jesus give his disciples after Peter's declaration?

• To spread the word about him

• To prepare for his coming kingdom

• To keep his identity as the Messiah a secret

• To write down his teachings