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John the Baptist

Prepares the way for Jesus, as prophesied.

Key Quote of John the Baptist

"I will send my messenger ahead of you..."

Baptism of repentance

John preached this for the forgiveness of sins, drawing many from Judea and Jerusalem.

Jesus' Entry into Jerusalem

Jesus instructed his disciples to bring a colt for his entry.

Crowd's shouts during Jesus' entry

"Praise God! God bless him who comes in the name of the Lord!"

Peter's Declaration

Peter declares Jesus as the Messiah.

Jesus’ foretelling of suffering

Jesus predicts his upcoming suffering, causing Peter to rebuke him.

Jesus’ response to Peter's rebuke

"Get behind me, Satan!"

Calming of the Storm

Jesus calms a storm while in a boat with his disciples.

Key Quote during the calming of the storm

"Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?"

The Transfiguration

Jesus transfigures before Peter, James, and John, with Moses and Elijah.

God's command during the Transfiguration

"Listen to him!"

Request of James and John

They ask for positions of honor; Jesus teaches them about humility.

Key Lesson from Jesus on service

"The Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve."