Jesus teaches, heals, performs miracles, revealing Himself to the world. Jesus has been meeting opposition

from the Pharisees and Sadducees, specifically about His divine identity. Despite intense and organized

opposition, Jesus’ Kingdom continues to advance. While Jesus spends little effort answering demands from

those who oppose him, He takes great care in how He instructs those who follow him. Jesus intentionally

teaches the disciples about His identity and their mission. Here the context of the mission has changed.