As we finish chapter 9, we learn some of the qualities God desires in His disciples.

In chapter 9, Jesus validated Peter's confession with a miracle like no other, giving us hope for a future resurrection.

In chapter 8, Jesus predicts his coming death and resurrection (the first of seven times!), and explains the high cost of being a disciple. How does your life measure up?

Sometime a teacher will repeat a lesson if their students do not learn it the first time. Even the master teacher, Jesus, repeats for His disciples' benefit...and for ours.