Nuanced
Peter as faithful believer; church built on faith in Christ as Lord
The True Jesus Church interprets Matthew 16:18 to affirm that the church is built on the recognition of Jesus Christ as Lord and God, not on Peter as an individual person. Peter's significance lies in his confession of faith; the church's foundation is Christ himself.
Key Distinctions
- Rock referent:
- Christ, not Peter as individual
- Peter role:
- exemplary believer
- Papal primacy:
Scripture References
Sources
- True Jesus Church doctrine