The Jimmy Akin Podcast #042 What JESUS Teaches About HIS Church! - Jimmy Akin
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Jul 15, 2025 Explore how Jesus envisioned his Church, touching on its visible and invisible aspects. Discover Peter's foundational role and the concept of authority through biblical symbolism. Learn about the 'binding and loosing' teaching, crucial for resolving conflicts. Delve into the historical continuity of the Church since the first century and the significance of leadership succession. The discussion highlights contrasts within Christianity, aiming to align with Christ's original intentions.
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Jesus Founded a Visible Church
- Jesus founded a visible church with clearly defined membership and leadership.
- This church is an institution with baptism and authoritative bishops since apostolic times.
Peter Is The Foundational Rock
- Jesus appointed Peter as the unique foundational leader of the church.
- The church will never die as "the gates of Hades shall not prevail" against it.
Peter’s Office Implies Succession
- Jesus gave Peter "the keys of the kingdom of heaven," symbolizing chief stewardship and authority.
- This authority implies a succession of leaders following Peter in the church.