Reconsidering the Role of Matthew 16

The doctrine of the papacy is often overly simplified as hinging solely on Matthew 16, where Jesus says to Peter, 'You are Peter, and upon this rock I'll build my church.' Many Protestants assume this single passage defines the entire papacy, leading to misunderstandings about its implications. This belief can create a narrow view that overlooks the complexity of biblical interpretation and the broader context surrounding the papacy, such as apostolic succession. Instead, it's emphasized that the papacy is not exclusively derived from this passage, nor should it be limited to the interpretation that equates the rock with Peter alone.