Primary Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20
Big Idea: Christians know Jesus to be God’s Son and Messiah.
Message Focus: Jesus asked the disciples. “Who do people say that I am?” Then He asked them, “What about you? Who do you say I am?” Peter’s reply: You are God. Notice, Jesus did not correct Peter or walk him back from that statement. This confession is the foundation of faith and new life in Christ. Bluffton Community’s purpose and mission are rooted in the reality that Jesus is God.
Prompting Questions: Why did Jesus ask the disciples this question? Where were they when this moment happened? How does a person come to the conclusion that Jesus is the Son of God? How is all this tied to Bluffton Community’s purpose of “helping people say Yes to Jesus’ leadership in their lives?”
Cross References: Matthew 3:17; 27:54; Acts 9:20; 1 John 5:10-13
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