13. When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, He asked His disciples, “Who do people say that the Son of Man is? ”
14. And they said, “Some say John the Baptist; others, Elijah; still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets.”
15. “But you,” He asked them, “who do you say that I am? ”
16. Simon Peter answered, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God! ”
17. And Jesus responded, “Simon son of Jonah, you are blessed because flesh and blood did not reveal this to you, but My Father in heaven.
18. And I also say to you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the forces of Hades will not overpower it.