Peter+Essay+PC215

St. Peter, the most well- known Pope, is an inspiration to all. Peter is the rock, the build, the infallible foundation of the Church. Popes everywhere can learn something from Peter. Peter was kind, gentle, considerate... And although he made mistakes, Jesus still had faith in him and knew he should lead the church. Chosen by Jesus himself Peter can teach us all something about our faith.

Peter had many great qualities. Faithful Peter left everything he had, just to follow Jesus. When none of the other apostles dared to step overboard to walk on the water with Jesus, Peter did. It was Peter who drew his sword when the Roman soldiers came for Jesus. And it was Peter who had the strongest belief that he would never forsake the Lord. Although Peter started to sink, and although he denied Jesus Three times; Peter was the most faithful Apostle- and the first. Peter was very persistent as well. After Jesus' death, Peter traveled everywhere to preached Jesus' word to soon be martyred for his beliefs.

Why Peter? Out of all of the Apostles, why did Jesus choose Peter to be the foundation of the church? Peter was the most loyal, trustworthy Apostle of Jesus. When Jesus needed Peter he was there. When he needed Apostles- Peter was the first to leave his home for Him. When the Romans came to take Jesus away, he drew his sword to protect Our Lord.

 Over the years that Peter preached and stood by Jesus, he has taught us many importaint things. St. Peter taught us to always stay true to what we believe in. He taught us to stand by our faith. He taught us how to be //faithful// ! No matter what we should always stand by Jesus and our faith and we will be rewarded in heaven.

St. Peter was a great, persistent preacher. Faithful to Jesus, Peter was matyred for his faith. Popes forever can learn from Peter. Chosen by Jesus, in my opinion, Peter is our best, most important pope.