#122 - Saint Peter's House at Capernaum?
| Episode Guest: Jerrell Jobe
Capernaum was Jesus’ ministry headquarters on the shore of the Sea of Galilee—the setting for many of His miracles and a favorite stop on our Israel tours. Just a stone’s throw from the ancient synagogue stands a church built over what was once a first-century house. Could this have been the home of St. Peter? Listen in as Rich and Jerrell explore layer upon layer of archaeological and historical evidence supporting this fascinating theory. There’s no sign on the door bearing Peter’s name. But as the Biblical Archaeological Society points out, “Were it not for its association with Jesus and Peter, why else would a run-of-the-mill first-century house in Capernaum have become a focal point of Christian worship and identity for centuries to come?” Could an ordinary house have an extraordinary connection to one of Jesus’ closest disciples? Tune in and hear the evidence for yourself. See Caperanum on our Jordan/Israel Signature Tour! https://gtitours.org/trip/signature-jordan-israel-2027#itinerary Read more about Capernaum in scripture: Jesus regarded Capernaum as His home (Mt 9:1; Mk 2:1; 3:19; 10:10), and He likely lived in St. Peter’s house. He performed many miracles in the town (Mt 4:18-22; Mk 1:34), and there He chose his first four disciples (Peter, Andrew, James, and John); later also enlisting the tax-collector Matthew (Mt 9:9; Mk 2:14; Lk 5:27). This is also where He healed the centurion’s servant (Lk 7:1-10). His mother Mary visited (Mk 3:31). He explained His parables in greater depth to the disciples in Peter’s house (Mk 7:17). Here He embraced the little child and taught about humility and servanthood (Mk 9:33-37) (written by Dave Armstrong).
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