James Tissot (1836-1902)
The Calling of Saint Peter and Saint Andrew
gouache over graphite on gray wove paper, between 1886 and 1894
Brooklyn Museum

Jesus said to his disciples, “But who do you say that I am?” Matthew 16:15

Peter has spent long hours and many months with Jesus. He has come to know the compassion of God manifested in every word and touch of Jesus.

This is the key to the Kingdom of God: knowing God’s love in my heart and letting it overflow to all people with words and actions that reveal kindness, gentleness, respect, encouragement, justice, and healing.