Jesus said, “Upon this rock I will build my church.” What rock? The context seems to clearly indicate that Jesus is talking about Peter whom he nicknamed “Rock.” But is that consistent with the rest of the passage? Does it make sense both logically and grammatically? Is it consistent with Peter’s own words and Old Testament references concerning the stone, the rock, or the precious cornerstone upon which the church will be built? Today’s message looks at what one Bible scholar calls “one of the most controversial verses in the Bible.”
The Lord is My Shepherd
What does it mean for the Lord to be our Shepherd? According to David in Psalm 23, it means that we shall never be in want of anything. We will be made to slow down, quiet down, and sit down. Our souls will be restored and whole, like they were designed to be from the beginning. We shall not fear evil or death – no matter what we’re facing. Many of us know the Psalm… Let’s make sure we know the Shepherd.