While reflecting on the passages of Matthew 16:13-20, some thoughts occured to me. The Roman Catholic Church proclaims that the Bible in Matthew 16:18 states that Peter is the "rock" upon which the "Catholic Church" was formed.¹

Matthew 16:18 said

I also say to you that you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build My church; and the gates of Hades will not overpower it.

When…