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Jesus the Christ, Chapter 21 summary

Chapter 21 of 41 · 22 min to read the chapter

In Chapter 21, Jesus sends the Twelve to preach and heal, feeds a great crowd, walks on water, and teaches that accepting Him brings eternal life. His teaching separates followers seeking material benefits from those who remain faithful, as many disciples leave but Peter affirms the apostles’ commitment.

What happens

  1. Nazareth rejects Jesus again, and He sends the Twelve in pairs to preach, heal, and depend on those who receive them.
  2. The apostles return and report their work, while Herod Antipas fears that Jesus is the executed John the Baptist restored to life.
  3. Near Bethsaida, Jesus feeds thousands with five loaves and two fish, then resists the crowd’s attempt to make Him king.
  4. Jesus walks across stormy water to the apostles, rescues Peter when his faith falters, and receives their worship.
  5. After healing in Gennesaret, Jesus reaches Capernaum and challenges people who pursue Him for more food.
  6. His teaching about His flesh and blood prompts many disciples to leave; Peter declares loyalty, while Jesus identifies rebellion within the Twelve.

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What to notice

Peter answers Jesus after many disciples leave. His declaration shows loyalty despite the apostles’ incomplete understanding of the teaching.

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Why does Jesus rebuke the people who follow Him to Capernaum?

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