LifeGroup Notes

Read Matthew 16:13-19

1. Who does Peter say Jesus is, and why is that such a big deal for the church?
   

2. When Jesus says, “On this rock I will build My church,” what is He talking about?
   

3. What do you think Jesus means by saying, “The gates of hell will not overcome it”?
   

4. What’s the deal with Jesus giving the “keys of the kingdom of heaven” to His followers?
   

5. How does seeing the church as both universal and local shape the way you think about your role in it?