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Encouraging, comforting, and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory. (1 Thess. 2:12 NIV)

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put on the new self

Ephesians: Put on the New Self (4:17-32)

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How can I be an effective member of the body of Christ? Take off the old self and put on a new self. One made in the image of Christ.

Ephesians: Growing a Mature Church (4:11-16)

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Christ provides his church with the necessary equippers to that we can be a mature church, fully equipped to do the work he has called us to.

walking worthy

Ephesians: Walking Worthy (4:1-6)

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What does walking worthy of our calling mean? In the context of Ephesians 4:1-6, it refers to our role in the body of Christ. Be the best member you can be.

the doctrine of the church

The Doctrine of the Church

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What is the church? What is it's purpose? Questions about government, baptism and Lord's Supper. These are topics addressed by the doctrine of the church.

They devoted themselves

They Devoted Themselves – Acts 2:42

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What can we learn from the earliest church? They devoted themselves to the Word, to prayer, and to fellowship. What would happen if we did that today?

Gather together as the church

The Church that Meets in Your Home – Philemon 1:2

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The church is wherever believers are. It is good to gather together in our homes and be united in heart, mind, and spirit.

Church Growth – Ephesians 4:16

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Church growth is dependent on Christ's equipping and leadership as well as each member faithfully doing their part.

the wisdom of God

The Wisdom of God: Revealed in the Church – Ephesians 3:10-11

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Why did God create the universe? It appears that the production of his church was at the heart of his purpose. We are his masterpiece.

The importance of church discipline

Church Discipline – 1 Corinthians 5:11

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While it is hard, sometimes church discipline is necessary. Both to stress the seriousness of the matter, and to cleanse sin from the body.

the marriage of the Lamb

The Marriage of the Lamb – Revelation 19:7

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The marriage of the Lamb is coming and his Bride the Church) is making herself ready. Hold onto that hope during the trials of this life.

lukewarm church

The Lukewarm Church at Laodicea – Revelation 3:17

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Christ desires his church to be either hot or cold. But how many are lukewarm churches, in danger of being spewed out of his mouth?

follower of the way

Are You a Follower of the Way – Acts 9:1-2

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The earliest church called itself 'the Way'. The way to life, the way to truth, the way of Jesus. Are you a follower of the way?