Apostle and Rock
A fisherman called by Jesus who became the leader of the early church despite his failures.
~1 BC
Born in Bethsaida
~27 AD
Called by Jesus
~30 AD
Confesses Jesus as Christ
~30 AD
Denies Jesus three times
~30 AD
Restored by Jesus
~67 AD
Martyred in Rome
Jesus called Peter to leave his nets and become a fisher of men.
Matthew 4:18-20
Peter stepped out in faith to walk on water toward Jesus.
Matthew 14:28-31
Peter declared Jesus to be the Christ, the Son of the living God.
Matthew 16:16
Peter preached boldly at Pentecost, and 3,000 people were saved.
Acts 2
Courage after failure
Bold faith despite fear
The power of restoration
Leadership through humility
Standing firm under persecution