The Keys to Heaven: Who Gets to Open the Door?

Who Really Holds the Keys to Heaven? We’ve all seen the images of St. Peter holding the keys to the kingdom. But have we ever stopped to ask what those keys are actually for? Are they symbols of authority to decide who gets in and who stays out? Or have we misunderstood the purpose of the keys altogether? In Part 1 of his new three-part series, Guy Roberts explores the Office of the Keys, connecting Matthew 16 with Isaiah 22 to uncover a deeper understanding of Christ’s invitation. And his message challenges a rather convenient assumption: The keys to the kingdom weren’t given to keep people out. They were given to bring people in. Perhaps the Church’s calling isn’t to stand at the door deciding who’s worthy. Perhaps it’s to announce the One who opened it.