In this message, explore the moment when Jesus sternly rebukes Peter by calling him 'Satan' for attempting to redirect Jesus away from the path of suffering and crucifixion. We delve into Peter's well-intentioned but misguided effort to prevent Jesus from facing the crucifixion and explains the necessity of the cross in the account of Jesus Christ. And we discuss how Peter's misunderstanding reflects a lack of comprehension of the true meaning of 'Christ' and how Jesus uses this moment to teach his disciples about the importance of self-denial, suffering, and embracing the communal cross of humanity. Discover how this pivotal interaction between Jesus and Peter lays the foundation for understanding and embracing the suffering intrinsic to following Jesus, and how it defines the mission and identity of the church.