Competing Spirits:
The spirit of Individualism vs.The work of the Holy Spirit

Matthew 16:13-20

1. When Jesus spoke to the Church (Matt 16:13)
   • Confessional (Matt 16:16, 1 Cor 12:3, 2 Cor 4:5)
   • The relationship between Lord and Disciple (Acts 9:1-5)
2. The One Body: Christ as Head of the body of believers (1 Cor 12:12-14,27)
   • The Body: the relationship between Disciples
   • Gathering together (1 Cor 1:2, 11:18-20)
   • Seeking the common good (1 Cor 12:7)
3. Implications