Every Christian is blessed by God to be a member of a local church. And with this privilege comes the responsibility to be a responsible member of the church. Being entrusted with the keys of the Kingdom of God each member is to fulfil various responsibilities with reference to the what, the who, and the how of the gospel. We consider the text under the following headings.

1. Jesus’ Confrontation (vv. 13–16)

2. Jesus’ Affirmation (vv. 17–18)

3. Jesus’ Assignment (v. 19)