My research indicated that if you Googled for "Jesus," "Lutheran," "Lutheran Churches," or even "Holy Trinity Lutheran Church," Google could not find our web site. To search engine, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church simply did not exist on internet.

Since one of core requirements is to share good news that Jesus is our Lord and Savior — in addition to providing general church information — it is quite impossible to broadcast good news without a basic listing in a well-known search engine like Google.

The words of Jesus above spoken to Peter conveyed many meanings. They were not only an utterance of prophecy. They were meant also to build up and to give Peter a life of significance. Peter was a man given to impulse, a characteristic that belied an obvious need to be esteemed.

There are many like Peter, people who desire a life of significance. Yet, in this world of increasing materialism, instant gratification and compromised morals, finding significance is more like a search for Holy Grail.

Still, living a life of significance is possible. It begins with four thoughts we can find in verse quoted above.

1. KNOW YOU ARE SPECIAL ("...You are Peter"). Jesus wasn't merely reminding Peter of his name. He was, in effect, saying, "You are somebody. In fact, you're no longer Simon fisherman, but Peter rock!"

God doesn't create junk. He created you with a perfect and eternal plan in mind that, when fulfilled, will reveal profound love God has for all mankind. He's given you skills, talents and gifts so you can do your part in that divine plan.