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Dispensationalism

Dispensationalism

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Dispensationalism is a theological framework that draws a shard distinction between ethnic Israel and the church.

Fellow Citizens with God's People

Fellow Citizens with God’s People – Ephesians 2:19

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Those who come to Christ in faith are fellow citizens with God's people and members of his household. We are his people.

Be Fully Invested in the Life of the Church

Be Fully Invested in the Life of the Church – 2 Corinthians 11:28-29

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Don't be a passive member who contributes little to the health of the church. Be fully invested physically, spiritually, and emotionally.

A part of the body of Christ

A Part of the Body of Christ – 1 Corinthians 12:18–20

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Every believer is a part of the body of Christ. And God has given each member an important part to play in the life of the church.

Like sheep without a shepherd

Like Sheep without a Shepherd – Mark 6:34

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Jesus is the good shepherd who cares for his flock. And he has compassion for those without a shepherd, inviting them to join his flock.

Wherever two or three gather together in my name

Where Two or Three Gather – Matthew 18:20

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Where is the church? It is wherever God's people meet together. Even if it is only two or three of us. Wherever we gather, Jesus is with us.

The city of the living God

The City of the Living God – Hebrews 12:22-24

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As believers, we have joined the city of the living God, the new Jerusalem. We have been joined to something much greater than ourselves.

A profound mystery

A Profound Mystery – Ephesians 5:31

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A loving a submissive relationship within marriage mirrors the relationship found between Jesus and his church.

Equipping for Works of Service

Equipping for Works of Service – Ephesians 4:11-12

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God has placed leaders within the church, not to do the work of the church, but to equip the rest of us for doing the work of the church.

Signs of Cults and Their Leaders

What Are the Signs of Cults and Their Leaders?

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How can we distinguish orthodox Christianity from cults? There are a number of signs that can help is to recognize cults and their leaders.

Unity and diversity in the body

Unity and Diversity in the Body – 1 Corinthians 12:12-14

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The body of Christ is composed of a wide diversity of members, each with different functions. But together, we form a single unified body.

What if Jesus came to church today?

What If Jesus Came to Church Today? – Mark 11:18

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What if Jesus came to church today? Would he be pleased? Or would he do some housekeeping? And if the latter, how would we respond to him?