As Episode 4 unfolds, Quintus is handed down a verdict for the unjust slaying of Ramah. Though he dodges physical retribution, his status is revoked, and he is relegated to the humbler rank of a centurion, presumably. Meanwhile, Gaius finds himself liberated by Atticus and elevated to Quintus' former position as Praetor of Capernaum.
Months slip by, chronicled through a montage that captures Gaius, now Praetor, shielding Jesus by discreetly discarding the soldier-submitted reports detailing Jesus' sermons.
Later, amidst a gathering of disciples at Peter's abode, Roman soldiers arrive to escort Matthew to Gaius. Matthew's heart races with the apprehension that Gaius might coerce him to resume his duties as a Publicanus. Sensing his friend's anxiety, Peter volunteers to accompany him, driven by curiosity. Upon arrival, Gaius greets them warmly but warns of impending peril for Jesus. The heightened vigilance of the Pharisees, fueled by the Edict, combined with Atticus' intensified scrutiny and the mounting pressure on Gaius to quell religious extremism, renders this a treacherous era for Jesus' teachings in Capernaum. Despite the challenges, Gaius assures them of Jesus' safety, contingent upon maintaining a low profile and conducting ministries beyond the city limits.
During this discourse, Gaius hints at his nascent belief in Jesus. Peter, perceptive as ever, urges Gaius to seek Jesus' intervention for his son/servant's healing. Gaius admits his faith but believes himself unworthy to make such a request, citing his past sins of infidelity. Peter and Matthew reassure Gaius, confessing their own unworthiness and emphasizing Jesus' openness to embracing outsiders, transcending the boundaries that divide Jews and Gentiles. Persuaded, Gaius resolves to approach Jesus, and Peter and Matthew observe with joy the seemingly complete transformation in Gaius.
They guide Gaius to Peter's house, where he kneels before Jesus, imploring him to heal his servant. When Jesus invites Gaius to lead him to the boy, Gaius hesitates, convinced of his unworthiness for Jesus to enter his home, the boy being a product of his infidelity. Yet, he professes unwavering faith in Jesus' power to heal with a mere command. Jesus, marveling at Gaius' bold and steadfast faith, declares the boy healed.
Upon his journey home, Gaius' heart swelled with joy as he indulged in purchasing an assortment of delights – sumptuous food, playful toys, and aged wines – to commemorate the miraculous recovery of his son. Arriving at his doorstep, he beat his wife to the punch, revealing his foreknowledge of the wondrous news. His son emerged, radiant with health, prompting Gaius to bless him with a heartfelt proclamation of Shalom, signifying complete well-being. His wife, perceiving the underlying clue that he had sought the aid of the Jewish healer, rejoiced wholeheartedly at the Shalom that had enveloped their abode.
Elsewhere, Jesus secluded himself in sorrow, lamenting his disciples' lack of comprehension. At this poignant moment, Gaius approached and enveloped him in a warm embrace. Amidst his disciples' unbelief, Gaius' unwavering faith served as a soothing balm to Jesus' troubled heart.
The narrative then shifts abruptly, introducing a scene where the disciples carry Ramah's body back to her hometown of Tel Dor for burial. Interwoven within this sequence are poignant flashbacks from various characters:
Peter, in his recollection, approaches Jesus immediately after Ramah's demise, pleading for guidance to comfort a wailing Thomas. Peter feels inadequate as a leader, believing he should offer a firmer shoulder to lean on during Thomas's distress. Jesus, however, clarifies that Thomas's need transcends logical solace; instead, he requires Peter's unwavering presence amidst his agony. With this revelation, Peter ventures closer to Thomas, gently aiding him in regaining his breath and composure.
Mary Magdalene, in her memory, confesses her guilt to Tamar for not safeguarding Ramah. Tamar, however, reassuringly contends that no force could have halted the malice lurking in Quintus's heart.
John, in his memory, finds himself alongside James and Peter, grappling with the question of why Jesus chose to revive Jairus's daughter yet allowed Ramah to perish. Peter, invoking Isaiah 55:8-9, emphasizes the enigmatic nature of God's ways and urges them to place their trust in the Almighty who defies the laws of nature by walking on water.
Thomas, his mind flickering back to cherished moments with Ramah, picks up where Peter's忆 left off. Refusing to calm down or catch his breath, Thomas finds solace in John's tender embrace.
Once the titles have concluded, our narrative reverts to the disciples trekking along the road, drawing nearer to Tel Dor. Thomas harbors a deep dread regarding his impending conversation with Kaphni, and as if on cue, Kaphni arrives with his kinsmen to reclaim Ramah's body. He flatly refuses Thomas's offer of assistance in her burial, accusing him of her murder. Thomas concedes his failure to uphold his promise but steadfastly maintains that Ramah perished while following her vocation, driven by her love for Jesus. In a fit of rage, Kaphni curses Jesus, branding him a charlatan and deceiver, and vows to travel far and wide to expose his alleged deceit. Only Simon Z's forceful presence manages to quell Kaphni's venomous tirade.
Months drift by, captured in a fleeting montage that portrays Zebedee, Mary, and Tamar journeying through Jerusalem, Judas meticulously counting funds, the disciples traveling in a caravan, Jesus healing a possessed individual and a blind man, Kaphni continuing his denunciation of Jesus, and Jesus preaching in town as a Pharisee and a Centurion observe with interest.
The episode resumes within the confines of Peter and Eden's abode. As the disciples engage in a childish squabble over the proper manner to consume a pomegranate, Jesus withdraws to be with Little James and Thaddeus. They fondly reminisce about the simpler times when it was just the three of them. However, Little James is troubled by an uneasy premonition, recalling Jesus's prophecy of his impending suffering at the hands of the elders and chief priests. Jesus acknowledges that their departure for Jerusalem is imminent.
As the disciples prepare for the journey to Jerusalem, Salome once more urges James and John to request seats at Jesus's right and left hand. Oblivious to the protocol, they make their request in front of all the other disciples, who are astounded by their audacity. Even Jesus is taken aback by their lack of understanding and strides away.
When the disciples catch up with him, he elucidates more vividly than ever that upon their arrival in Jerusalem, the elders and priests will surrender him to the Gentiles for execution, and that he will rise again in three days. Perplexed, the disciples ponder if he is speaking metaphorically. Jesus revisits the topic of authority, explaining that all the disciples wield leadership and foundational authority in his kingdom, but they must not emulate Gentile leadership models; rather, they must adopt his own model as a servant who lays down his life as a ransom. Again, they struggle to comprehend the notion of him serving as a ransom.
Frustrated beyond measure, Jesus instructs the disciples to proceed without him and to catch up later. He ventures out alone, where he weeps and prays to God, quoting the words of Psalm 38. In this moment of vulnerability, Gaius offers him comfort.
