Also known as: Simon, Simon Peter, Cephas, Simon bar Jonah
The rock upon whom Christ said He would build His Church. Peter's transformation from impulsive fisherman to bold apostle is a powerful testimony of grace.
A fisherman from Galilee who became the leading apostle of Jesus Christ. Peter was the first to confess Jesus as the Messiah, denied Him three times during the crucifixion, and was restored to become a foundational leader of the early Church.
The rock upon whom Christ said He would build His Church. Peter's transformation from impulsive fisherman to bold apostle is a powerful testimony of grace.
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