Bible Reading: Matthew 16:1-28 (Sermon taken from Matthew 16:13-18) Motto Text: Matthew 16:18 KJV "And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it." 1. Is Christ what the World says he is? 2. Is Christ what God Reveals him to be? 3. Who Christ is to you is foundational. The sermon centers on the critical question of who Jesus Christ is, contrasting worldly opinions with the divine revelation found in Scripture. It emphasizes that true knowledge of Christ as the Son of the living God is not achieved through human effort or signs, but through the sovereign work of God who reveals Himself to the sinner. The message highlights the necessity of resting on Christ as the unshakable foundation of salvation, arguing that only this spiritual reality provides eternal security and transforms the believer's life. The preacher urges the congregation to examine their personal relationship with Jesus, distinguishing between mere moral improvement and the profound change of heart that comes from being born again. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a sincere confession of faith, urging listeners to trust in Christ alone for redemption and to find their identity in the church He builds.