Sermon // “The Making of a Church” // Matthew 16:13-18

1. Read Matthew 16:13–18.
2. “Who is Jesus?” This is the most important question we can ever ask (and answer). Do you agree with this statement?
3. Read Matthew 16:16–17. What did Jesus mean when he said that Peter was “blessed”? Can you think of a time when God “blessed” you with this divine insight? (Open discussion to the small group to see if anyone wants to give their testimony of this).
4. Read verse 18. How does this verse give a person confidence in planting a church?
5. Would you take some time to pray specifically for the Hennegan family as they walk on this church planting journey?
   a. Specific prayer requests can be found here.