- What leaven did Jesus warn His disciples to beware?
Jesus warned His disciples to beware of the teaching (doctrine) of the Pharisees and Sadducees, which focused on hypocrisy and false understanding rather than truth.
- With what rock would the church be built?
The church would be built on the truth of Peter's confession that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God.
- What does Jesus mean when He says the gates of hell will not prevail?
Jesus means that death, sin, and Satan will not overpower His church. Those grounded in Christ have victory and security through Him.
- Why did Jesus rebuke Peter by calling him Satan?
Peter was trying to stop Jesus from suffering and dying, opposing God's plan of salvation
- What does Jesus teach about following Him as a disciple?
Following Jesus requires self-denial, taking up one's cross, and putting Christ above personal desires.