The answer is: Peter

Matt 17:24-27

In Matthew 17:24-27, we observe Peter being sent on a rather unconventional money-finding mission. Jesus, knowing that the temple officials expected the disciples to pay the temple tax, tells Peter to go and catch a fish. Inside the fish's mouth, he would find a coin, precisely enough to cover both Jesus' and Peter's tax!

This story isn’t simply about a quirky miracle; it’s an enlightening look at both Jesus' divine authority and his casual relationship with the societal norms of tax and obligation. Instead of directly providing money or rebuking the system, He uses a creative approach to meet a need without causing upheaval — a profound lesson on how to navigate life's challenges.

Fish motifs pop up throughout scripture. For instance, in the Old Testament, fish symbolized both abundance and survival, echoing stories of God providing for His people. The miracle also calls to mind an earlier episode where Jesus first called Peter, at a time when fishing was less about monetary catch than about professional struggles.

Interestingly, catching the particular fish wasn't an everyday task; it seems tailored just for Peter to reaffirm his identity and responsibilities as a leader among the disciples. The use of a fish as a container for the coin also hints at richness within unexpected sources. This passage invites us to reflect on how assistance often comes in unusual ways when we trust and follow direction.