The Keys of the Kingdom (Matthew 16:13-20; LD 31)

Reformed & Expository Preaching · Oct 23, 2026 · 36m

Introduction

When we talk about the keys of the kingdom, we are talking about opening a significant lock. But who has these keys, and what do they actually do? Some understand these keys as belonging to a particular individual or a succession of individuals. As Reformed Christians, we understand that Christ has entrusted the keys to his church. So what does that mean? How does the church exercise these keys, and what are the implications for us? As we look at Matthew 16, we see that Christ establishes his church, gives her the keys of the kingdom, and reminds us that the gospel brings both…