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DAY 4 — Purpose in Progress: Revelation That Builds

After relationship comes revelation—and revelation brings responsibility.

In Matthew 16, Peter declares, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” Jesus responds by explaining that this understanding did not come from human wisdom, but from God Himself. Then Jesus makes a powerful statement: “On this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades will not prevail against it.”

Jesus was not building His church on Peter as a person. He was building it on revelation—a clear understanding of who Jesus is.

This is critical. The strength of the church has never been personality, talent, or perfection. It has always been revelation. When people know who Jesus truly is, the church advances, and darkness cannot overcome it.

Jesus then speaks about the keys of the kingdom. Keys represent access, authority, and understanding. In simple terms, the keys are the teachings and truths that flow from the revelation of Jesus’ identity. When revelation is clear, believers know how to live, how to pray, how to forgive, how to lead, and how to stand firm.

Revelation shapes responsibility.

As Peter’s understanding of Jesus deepened, his role expanded. What you see about Jesus determines how you represent Him. Purpose grows as revelation matures.

God does not give responsibility before revelation. He reveals first, then entrusts.

This is why intimacy matters. The more clearly we see Jesus, the more confidently we walk in purpose.

Reflect

• How has your understanding of Jesus shaped your faith and obedience?
• Where might God be inviting you into deeper revelation?

Pray
Holy Spirit, open the eyes of my heart to know Jesus more clearly. Amen.

Declare
I grow in revelation. God is building purpose in me through understanding and obedience.