Rev. C.Joe McKnight
June 25 – August 28, 2002
THE EKKLESIA, A HIGH CALLING. Jesus said; I will build my church. He is the architect and the builder. The process is continuing, even today. The church, His building will soon be completed. Mt. 16:18 He addressed His words to Peter {Gr. Petros, a detached stone. one that might easily be thrown or removed}. Jesus gave him the name, Cephas {An Aramaic word} with the same meaning. A stone. John 1:42 It was not the intent of the Lord Jesus to appoint Peter as the foundation or the foundation stone of the church. He well knew the strengths and weaknesses of Peter. He understood that Peter under pressure would deny Him. He likewise knew that Peter would become a man of strength and courage.