In Matthew 16, where was Jesus when Peter made the famous confession, 'You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God'?
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Correct answer: Caesarea Philippi
This pivotal moment occurred in the region of Caesarea Philippi. Following Peter's confession, Jesus declared that on this 'rock' He would build His church.
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