Episode 1 of 13 · The first disciples

  1. Episode 1: The first disciples
  2. Episode 2: From Judea to Galilee
  3. Episode 3: The return to Galilee
  4. Episode 4: Difficulties in Nazareth
  5. Episode 5: The start of preaching in Galilee
  6. Episode 6: The king's officer at Cana in Galilee
  7. Episode 7: The confirmation of the disciples' call
  8. Episode 8: The first miraculous catch of fish
  9. Episode 9: The preaching in the synagogue at Capernaum
  10. Episode 10: Healing of the apostle Peter's mother-in-law
  11. Episode 11: The fame of Jesus the Messiah spreads in Galilee
  12. Episode 12: Question about associating with sinners
  13. Episode 13: Healing of the possessed man in the synagogue at Capernaum

The ministry of John the Baptist

  1. PER033 The first disciples

    The article examines Jesus’ first meeting with his earliest disciples, reported only by John. Andrew and John recognise Jesus as the Messiah and decide to follow him. A significant moment is Jesus’ transformation of Simon Peter’s identity, marking their commitment. This account offers a unique perspective absent from the Synoptic Gospels.

    John 19.14 (King James Version) :
    And it was the preparation of the passover, and about the sixth hour: and he saith unto the Jews, Behold your King!
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The beginning of the ministry in Galilee

  1. PER045 From Judea to Galilee

    Jesus leaves Judea for Galilee after John’s arrest, not out of fear but to begin his ministry fully. This marks a transition towards Galilee, where he receives a more favourable welcome.

    Mark 1.14-15 (King James Version) :
    Now after that John was put in prison, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God,And saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel.
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  2. PER048 The return to Galilee

    The article describes Jesus’ return to Galilee, drawing on the Gospels and key locations such as Capernaum and Nazareth. It explains how these journeys marked the beginning of a more strategic and influential ministry.

    John 4.43-45 (King James Version) :
    Now after two days he departed thence, and went into Galilee.For Jesus himself testified, that a prophet hath no honour in his own country.Then when he was come into Galilee, the Galilæans received him, having seen all the things that he did at Jerusalem at the feast: for they also went unto the feast.
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  3. PER050 Difficulties in Nazareth

    The article explores Jesus’ return to Nazareth, where he faces the unbelief of his fellow townspeople. Although seen as the Messiah after his miracles in Capernaum, he is rejected, illustrating the proverb ‘No prophet is honoured in his own country.’

    Mark 6.4 (King James Version) :
    But Jesus said unto them, A prophet is not without honour, but in his own country, and among his own kin, and in his own house.
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  4. PER052 The beginning of the preaching in Galilee

    Pericope PER052 marks the official beginning of Jesus’ preaching in Galilee after John the Baptist’s arrest. Matthew emphasises continuity between John’s message and Jesus’ message, both calling for repentance. This decisive turning point, placed in Capernaum around February–March 31, confirms the fulfilment of messianic prophecies and Jesus’ full entry into his public ministry.

    Matthew 4.17 (King James Version) :
    From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.
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  5. PER053 The king’s officer at Cana in Galilee

    Pericope 53 recounts the miracle Jesus performed at Cana in Galilee for a royal officer who came from Capernaum because of his sick son (John 4:46–54). Dated to February–March 31, this episode is the second Johannine sign performed at Cana. The officer’s identity remains uncertain, but the author favours Roman origins, illustrating the universality of salvation in John’s theology. This man must not be confused with the centurion in pericope 110.

    John 4.46-54 (King James Version) :
    So Jesus came again into Cana of Galilee, where he made the water wine. And there was a certain nobleman, whose son was sick at Capernaum.When he heard that Jesus was come out of Judæa into Galilee, he went unto him, and besought him that he would come down, and heal his son: for he was at the point of death.Then said Jesus unto him, Except ye see signs and wonders, ye will not believe.The nobleman saith unto him, Sir, come down ere my child die.Jesus saith unto him, Go thy way; thy son liveth. And the man believed the word that Jesus had spoken unto him, and he went his way.And as he was now going down, his servants met him, and told him, saying, Thy son liveth.Then enquired he of them the hour when he began to amend. And they said unto him, Yesterday at the seventh hour the fever left him.So the father knew that it was at the same hour, in the which Jesus said unto him, Thy son liveth: and himself believed, and his whole house.This is again the second miracle that Jesus did, when he was come out of Judæa into Galilee.
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  6. PER054 Confirmation of the disciples’ calling

    On the shores of the Sea of Galilee, around March 31, Jesus confirms the call of four fishermen: Simon Peter, Andrew, James and John. Unlike the first call at Bethany, he now invites them to leave everything behind and devote themselves exclusively to evangelism. Their immediate and total response reflects a trust built up over the months spent at his side. Matthew (4:18-22) and Mark (1:16-20) report this foundational episode of the Galilean ministry.

    Matthew 4.18-22 (King James Version) :
    And Jesus, walking by the sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers.And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.And they straightway left their nets, and followed him.And going on from thence, he saw other two brethren, James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, in a ship with Zebedee their father, mending their nets; and he called them.And they immediately left the ship and their father, and followed him.
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  7. PER055 The First Miraculous Catch of Fish

    Pericope 55 recounts the first miraculous catch of fish, reported only by Luke (Luke 5:1-11), at the beginning of Jesus’ ministry in Galilee. After a fruitless night of fishing, Jesus tells Simon Peter to cast the nets, producing an extraordinary catch. This miraculous act, distinct from the one in John 21, seems to have enabled the disciples to provide for their families before leaving everything to follow Jesus, illustrating the divine providence that accompanies every calling.

    Matthew 4.18-22 (King James Version) :
    And Jesus, walking by the sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers.And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.And they straightway left their nets, and followed him.And going on from thence, he saw other two brethren, James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, in a ship with Zebedee their father, mending their nets; and he called them.And they immediately left the ship and their father, and followed him.
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  8. PER056 Preaching at the synagogue in Capernaum

    This article recounts Jesus' preaching at the synagogue in Capernaum, describing the impact of his teaching and the listeners' reaction. It highlights how Jesus places his discourses within the Jewish setting without provoking rejection.

    Mark 1.21-22 (King James Version) :
    And they went into Capernaum; and straightway on the sabbath day he entered into the synagogue, and taught.And they were astonished at his doctrine: for he taught them as one that had authority, and not as the scribes.
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  9. PER058 Healing of the apostle Peter’s mother-in-law

    This article examines Jesus' healing of Peter's mother-in-law in the town of Capernaum in Galilee. This miracle, reported in three Gospels, sheds light on Simon Peter's family and social setting, illustrating Jesus' power over illness and his consistency with Jewish religious practices.

    Matthew 8.14-15 (King James Version) :
    And when Jesus was come into Peter’s house, he saw his wife’s mother laid, and sick of a fever.And he touched her hand, and the fever left her: and she arose, and ministered unto them.
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  10. PER064 The fame of Jesus the Messiah spreads throughout Galilee

    The article discusses Jesus' growing popularity in Galilee, heightened by his declaration that he forgives a paralysed man's sins, thus affirming his divinity and provoking tensions with the religious authorities.

    Luke 5.15-16 (King James Version) :
    But so much the more went there a fame abroad of him: and great multitudes came together to hear, and to be healed by him of their infirmities.And he withdrew himself into the wilderness, and prayed.
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  11. PER068 A question about associating with sinners

    The article analyses the Pharisees' criticism of Jesus concerning his tolerance towards sinners, illustrating their attempts to discredit him as his popularity grows.

    Matthew 9.11-13 (King James Version) :
    And when the Pharisees saw it, they said unto his disciples, Why eateth your Master with publicans and sinners?But when Jesus heard that, he said unto them, They that be whole need not a physician, but they that are sick.But go ye and learn what that meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.
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Exorcisms

  1. MIR004 Healing of the possessed man in the synagogue of Capernaum

    The article discusses Jesus' healing of a possessed man in Capernaum, as recounted in Mark and Luke. The unclean spirit recognizes Jesus as the Holy One of God and, at Christ's command, comes out of the man. Those present were amazed at Jesus’ authority, and his fame spread. These accounts highlight Jesus’ divine authority and healing power.

    Luke 4.33-37 (King James Version) :
    And in the synagogue there was a man, which had a spirit of an unclean devil, and cried out with a loud voice,Saying, Let us alone; what have we to do with thee, thou Jesus of Nazareth? art thou come to destroy us? I know thee who thou art; the Holy One of God.And Jesus rebuked him, saying, Hold thy peace, and come out of him. And when the devil had thrown him in the midst, he came out of him, and hurt him not.And they were all amazed, and spake among themselves, saying, What a word is this! for with authority and power he commandeth the unclean spirits, and they come out.And the fame of him went out into every place of the country round about.
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