Who Do You Say That I AM?
"Who do people say the Son of Man is?"
They replied, "Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets."
"But what about you?" he asked. "Who do you say I am?"
These verses in Matthew 16 (verses 13b-15, NIV) are some of the best-known in many Christian circles.
Most of us, who have been Christians for some time, know Peter's response by heart - "You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God".
Often, the sermon that follows these verses focuses on Jesus' response, His agreement that He is the Messiah and that this is the "rock" on which He plans to build His church.
But, I want to go back and think a little more about Peter's response... and how his answer can strengthen your ministry and your influence in the community you serve.
I heard a pastor say recently, "You can walk the walk and you can talk the talk. But your walk talks louder than your talk talks."
Who do YOU say that Jesus is? Who are your people...
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Author
Suzanne Burns
Expert Trainer
The author of seven books and more than a dozen training series, Suzanne draws on a broad range of personal and professional expertise, developed over nearly 20 years in nonprofit ministry. Increase your ministry effectiveness through a deeper understanding of trauma, poverty mindset, and addiction. Do good - WELL