Matthew 16:13-28
- Knowing His
- Christianity is a revelation of God, not a man-made religion
- Knowing His
- We believe Jesus for WHO He is and for WHAT He has done for us on the cross
- Knowing His
- Everyone is free to respond to the Gospel. Some will reject it and be bound, while others will believe it and be set free from their sin.
Sermon Talks
- What caught your attention in this week’s message? Was there something you had never heard before or something you had a question about?
- Who do people say Jesus is? List a few examples of people you know and their opinion(s) of Jesus.
- In what ways does Matthew 16:13-20 refute the popular notion that Jesus was just a good teacher, prophet, or good example?
- What is the significance of Peter’s response (vs 16) to Jesus’ question (vs 15)? Does that, in any way, influence our carrying out of the Great Commission (Matt 28:18-20)? If so, how?
- Reread verses 17-19, Jesus’ comments about the church. How do these comments influence our carrying out the Great Commission?
- Read verses 21-28. How does Jesus’ view of what it means to be the Promised Messiah conflict with Peter’s view?
- What is Jesus’ response to Peter and why?
- In verses 24-27, what does Jesus say is necessary if we are to follow Him? Consider Galatians 6:14 and Hebrews 12:2.
- God is faithful and faithful to His word. Read the following verses and discuss what they say about God and His faithfulness. Exodus 34:6-7, Psalm 36:5, 2 Thessalonians 3:3, 2 Timothy 2:11-13, Hebrews 13:8, 1 John 1:9
- When was the last time you simply prayed, “Lord, help me?” Is that a request you need to be asking right now?
Pray about it: Meditate on God’s Word (Matthew 16:13-28) and this week’s message.
Adoration: What can I praise God for in light of what this teaches me?
Confession: What sin can I confess because of what this teaches me?
Thanksgiving: What can I thank God for in light of what he has done?
Supplication: What do I need to ask of God in order to grow in light of this?