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for June 29, 2026
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06-29-2026 Matthew 16 v3742 Upon This Rock I Will Build My Church
The Gospel of Matthew Chapter 16 Verse 13 thru 20
13 When Jesus went into the region of Caesarea Philippi he asked his disciples, “Who do people say that the Son of Man is?” 14 They replied, “Some say John the Baptist, others Elijah, still others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” 15 He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” 16 Simon Peter said in reply, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” 17 Jesus said to him in reply, “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah. For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my heavenly Father. 18 And so I say to you, you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church, and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it. 19 I will give you the keys to the kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven; and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” 20 Then he strictly ordered his disciples to tell no one that he was the Messiah.
In Matthew 16:13-20, we encounter a pivotal moment in the ministry of Jesus. He poses a question to His disciples, asking, “Who do people say the Son of Man is?” The responses vary; some say John the Baptist, others Elijah, or one of the prophets resurrected. But then, Jesus puts forth a more personal inquiry: “But what about you? Who do you say I am?” This was no ordinary question; it was a call to recognize His true identity and mission.
Peter boldly declares, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” This confession is significant, as it acknowledges Jesus not just as a teacher or prophet, but as the very fulfillment of God’s promises. Jesus responds favorably to Peter, revealing that this understanding was revealed to him by God. He goes on to declare that upon this rock—the rock of Peter’s faith—He will build His church, promising that the gates of Hades will not overcome it.
This passage highlights the importance of recognizing and affirming Jesus’ true identity. In a world filled with diverse opinions and beliefs, the question remains relevant today: Who do you think the Son of Man is? Is He merely a historical figure, a wise philosopher, or could He truly be the Savior and King?
As we reflect on this scripture, let us ponder our own answers to Jesus’ question. Our understanding of who He is profoundly shapes our faith and our lives. So, I invite you to consider: Who do you say the Son of Man is? Amen.
Join me as we pray our daily prayer of forgiveness. The Lord’s Prayer.
At the Savior’s command and formed by divine teaching, we dare to pray:
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. Deliver us, Lord, we pray, from every evil, graciously grant peace in our days, that, by the help of your mercy, we may be always free from sin and safe from all distress, as we await the blessed hope and the coming of our Savior, Jesus Christ. For the kingdom, the power and the glory are yours now and forever.
I am sorry Lord. I believe You died and rose for me. Please forgive me as I forgive others. I share You as my Lord and Savior seeking to live your Will in all things. Prayers for wife Toni and my mother Betty pray for our children especially our two oldest Alexandra & Allen Son in Law Mark Stern; Julian, Gabriel and Jeffrey and our grandchildren Oliver, Julian and Elliott. We pray for those we’ve said we’d pray for and those who’ve asked us to pray for them. We pray for the dying as we do each day Lord give them peace in their last breath. We pray for Holy Mother Church. Our prayers for our niece Brittany. Novena Day Seven for James employment. In Jesus Precious Blood by His Name we pray. Amen.
I am a poet obedient to Christ,
Catholic Evangelist Thomas Cruz†Wiggins
†Spirit led God inspired Christ fed†®
Ephesians 6:17-20
06-29-2026 Matthew 16 v3742
**Upon This Rock I Will Build My Church**
In the land of ancient paths, where the temples rise,
Jesus walked among the shadows, beneath the open skies.
He turned to His disciples, with a questioning gaze,
“Who do people say I am?” in a moment to amaze.
They spoke of prophets, of John returned,
Of Elijah’s voice, from the lessons learned.
Yet deeper still, His heart did yearn,
To know who they believed Him to be, in turn.
“Who do you say I am?” He asked with grace,
A sacred moment, in a holy place.
Then Peter stood forth, with faith unconfined,
“You are the Christ, the Son of the Divine.”
Blessed are you, Simon, for this truth you’ve found,
Not flesh and blood revealed it, but the Spirit all around.
Upon this rock, I’ll build my church, to report
And the gates of hell will not encroach to distort.
With keys in hand, authority bestowed,
To bind and loosen, in the path we strode.
In whispers and shadows, our mission was clear,
To share the Good News, to hold souls dear. Amen.
© Thomas Joe Cruz†Wiggins
June 29, 2026 @ 05:39 AM EST
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