The Church that Christ Builds, Part 1 (Matthew 16:18–20) John MacArthur

Summary

The sermon explores Matthew 16:18, focusing on Jesus' declaration to build His church upon the confession of Peter that Jesus is the Christ. Key interpretations discussed include the Roman Catholic view of Peter as the foundation, the Protestant view of Christ as the foundation, and dispensationalist ideas about the church's future establishment. The practical takeaway is understanding that the church's enduring strength comes from Christ and its foundational confession.