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May 2
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The Papacy in the Bible: Jesus Is the Ma...

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Is the Papacy in the Bible? Jeff delves into Matthew 16 and Isaiah 22 to explain the foundations of the Papacy and the authority granted to Peter. He explores the importance of organized leadership and the historical context of the 'rock' metaphor in the Old and New Testaments. Jeff also highlights the significance of the keys of the kingdom, the power to b ... Show More
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