Did archaeologists just uncover the lost hometown of some of Jesus’ closest disciples?

On the shores of the Sea of Galilee, new discoveries at el-Araj are leading many scholars to believe this could be biblical Bethsaida—the home of Peter, Andrew, and Philip. From first-century remains to a Byzantine church and inscriptions pointing directly to the apostle Peter, the evidence continues to grow.
In this week’s Prayer Points, we reflect not only on the discovery—but on what it means spiritually.
Pray for continued revelation as hidden things come to light.
Pray for clarity as people around the world come to truly see who Jesus is.
And pray for soft hearts—in Israel and across the nations—that respond to the truth with repentance and faith.