What did Jesus mean when He said the gates of hell will not overcome His Church?
In Week 5 of our Follower series, Pastor Mike unpacks Matthew 16 and Peter’s bold confession that Jesus is the Messiah. Jesus responds by declaring that His Church is not a defensive institution — it’s an advancing movement.
Scripture: Matthew 16:13–20
In this message you’ll learn:
Why the Church is built on the identity of Jesus
What the “gates of hell” actually represent
Why Christianity is an offensive movement, not a defensive one
How believers push back darkness with truth and love
What it means to live with kingdom authority
Why mission always requires courage and sacrifice
If you’ve ever felt like the world is getting darker, this message will ignite your confidence in the unstoppable mission of Jesus.
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