HeartGuard score
How suitable a title is for Christian viewers, from 0 to 100. It weighs the content meters and the worldview.
- 80–100RecommendedThis episode
- 60–79Watch with care
- 35–59Think it through
- 15–34Strong caution
- 0–14Not recommended
HeartGuard score
How suitable a title is for Christian viewers, from 0 to 100. It weighs the content meters and the worldview.
- 80–100RecommendedThis episode
- 60–79Watch with care
- 35–59Think it through
- 15–34Strong caution
- 0–14Not recommended
Worldview score
What the story celebrates or condemns.
Why +2 for this episode
The episode centres on Peter's confession of Jesus as the Christ and on repentance and forgiveness, drawn closely from the Gospels.
- +2Affirms faithThis episodePresents faith in God positively and as true
- +1Positive valuesHonesty, sacrifice and family win out
- 0Mixed or neutralNo clear stance
- −1AmbivalentShows sin without judging it either way
- −2Glamorises sinMakes sin look attractive and rewarding
Age guide
How suitable this episode is for each age group.
Why 8+ for this episode
Gentle and reverent, with no strong language, sexual content or on-screen violence. Younger children may be unsettled by heavy grief over an execution, pagan idols and plotting against Jesus.
- Under 8With a parent
- Ages 8–12Yes
- Ages 13–15Yes
- Ages 16–17Yes
- AdultsYes
A reverent, gentle episode built around Peter's confession of Christ and a hard-won lesson in forgiveness. Grief and pagan imagery are the only things to note for young children.
Watch guide
What's in it?
LanguageNo swearing
The dialogue contains no profanity; tempers flare between disciples but without bad language.
BlasphemyNone
God is spoken of in prayer, teaching and confession of faith, never as an exclamation.
Sex and nudityNone
There is no sexual content; Thomas and Ramah talk about marriage plans.
RelationshipsChaste engagement
Thomas and Ramah discuss their hopes to marry, presented respectfully.
ViolenceReferenced death
The recent execution of John the Baptist is mourned and discussed, and religious leaders plot against Jesus. A dream shows John breaking chains.
Frightening scenesPagan shrines, grief
The disciples walk among pagan altars and idols at a place called the Gates of Hell, which may unsettle young children. Grief over John's death is heavy at times.
Drugs and alcoholNone
No drug use or drinking of note in this episode.
AttitudesOld grudges, plotting
Simon Peter struggles to forgive Matthew for past wrongs as a tax collector, and the Sanhedrin plots to expose Jesus. Resentment is challenged and worked through.
OccultPagan idols as backdrop
The group passes pagan altars and idols to Baal and Pan at a place called the Gates of Hell. This is only scenery, and Jesus confronts false worship rather than endorsing it. There are no spells, séances or other occult practices.
- To knowContent to know about
- DiscussWorth discussing
- Early
Grief and death
During the mourning period for John the Baptist, Jesus dreams of John breaking free of his chains, and grief weighs on Andrew and the others.
- Early
Teaching on division
On the road, Jesus speaks of peace and of a sword of division, while Thomas and Ramah talk warmly about their plans to marry.
- Mid
Pagan idols
At Caesarea Philippi the group passes pagan altars and idols, including those to Baal and Pan, at a place called the Gates of Hell.
- Mid
Confession of faith
Simon declares that Jesus is the Messiah and God's own Son, and Jesus gives him the name Peter while laying the foundation of his church.
- Mid
Plotting against Jesus
In Jerusalem, Shammai reports against Jesus to the Sanhedrin, and Caiaphas decrees that Jesus be exposed, stirring rivalry among the leaders.
- Late
Forgiveness
Matthew confesses his past sins and asks Simon Peter's forgiveness, and Jesus teaches on forgiveness.
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Faith & story
What does it say?
What's it about?The plot, without the ending
Jesus and his followers are still grieving the death of John the Baptist. Jesus leads them north to Caesarea Philippi, where he asks them who they say he is. In Jerusalem, the religious leaders move against him. Meanwhile an old grievance between Simon and Matthew comes to the surface.
Through a faith lensHow it connects to the Bible
This episode tracks events from the Gospels: Simon identifies Jesus as the Messiah, the Son of the God who lives, and receives a new name along with a role in establishing the church. The setting at pagan altars shows Jesus confronting false gods directly, not avoiding them. What Jesus says about bringing a sword rather than peace echoes his own caution that following him may divide households and loyalties. Grief for John the Baptist is treated seriously, as a loss the disciples carry. The second half turns to forgiveness, with Matthew confessing his sins and Simon Peter struggling to let an old wrong go. This echoes Peter's own question about how often to forgive, and the parable of the servant forgiven much who would not forgive a little. Matthew's confession mirrors the call to confess sins and receive forgiveness. The outcome affirms that faith is meant to be lived out in reconciliation, not only professed, and that wrongdoing can be met with repentance and grace.
Fruit of the SpiritWhich fruit does it show?
8 out of 9 fruits ripe in this episode
Ripe grapes are shown in the episode, buds are missing
- Self-control
Love shows in Jesus grieving alongside Andrew and Philip after John's death, and in his teaching on forgiveness. Peace is the subject of Jesus' teaching on the road, and he offers it to his troubled disciples. Faithfulness is Simon's confession of Jesus as the Christ, and Jesus' own steady purpose as he leads them to the Gates of Hell. Joy comes in Jesus' delight at Simon's declaration and in Thomas and Ramah's hopes for marriage. Kindness and gentleness mark Jesus as he guides Simon Peter through his unease. Goodness appears in Matthew's honest confession of his sins. Patience is Jesus waiting while Simon Peter wrestles with resentment. Strife and hatred appear in Simon Peter's lingering bitterness towards Matthew and in the Sanhedrin's plotting against Jesus, with Shammai and Shimon rivalling each other.
The charactersExamples to follow or avoid
Jonathan Roumie as Jesus of NazarethJonathan RoumieGrieves for John the Baptist, then draws out his disciples' understanding of who he is. He teaches them about the church and forgiveness.
Shahar Isaac as Simon PeterShahar IsaacBoldly declares who Jesus is and receives a new name. He then finds it hard to forgive Matthew for the past.
Paras Patel as MatthewParas PatelRecords Jesus' words and, after a conversation with Jesus, confesses his sins and seeks forgiveness from Simon Peter.
Joey Vahedi as ThomasJoey VahediTalks with Ramah about their marriage plans, bringing some warmth to a heavy journey.
Ric Sarabia as ShammaiRic SarabiaA Pharisee who reports against Jesus to the Sanhedrin and competes for status with a rival.
How Christians are portrayed
The disciples are shown honestly: devout and loyal, but also grieving, uncertain and holding grudges. Jesus is portrayed reverently as a patient teacher, and faith is shown as something worked out through confession and forgiveness. The religious leaders appear as scheming antagonists rather than as models of faith.
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Details
Episode details
- Cast
- Erick Avari, Jonathan Roumie, Shahar Isaac, Elizabeth Tabish
- First aired
- Jun 6, 2024
- Created by
- Dallas Jenkins
- Networks
- Prime Video, VidAngel, Angel
- Genre
- Action & Adventure, Family, Drama
- Episode length
- 1h 21m
- Age rating
- US TV-PG · UK 12
How we analysed this
We gathered the episode's summary, its reception and facts about the series that independent sources agree on, then rated each content area against our rubric and worldview scale, using AI models calibrated on reference titles. Not yet reviewed by our team. Confidence: medium.
Score = 100 − 16 × content concern (1.25) + 8 × worldview (+2) = 96
This is a guide to help families choose with wisdom, not a verdict on anyone's conscience ().
Updated 2026-10-14