Before Peter's Confession

¹⁸One time when Jesus was praying alone — with his disciples nearby — he asked them, "Who do the crowds say I am?" ¹⁹They answered, "Some say John the Baptist. Others say Elijah. And others think one of the ancient prophets has risen again." ²⁰"But who do you say I am?" he asked. Peter answered, "The Christ of God."