What I Believe . . . the Church
I believe the church is the body of Christ, made up of all believers across place and time. The church represents Christ in our world today.
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On Being a Body Part – Romans 12:4-5
I have been called to be a part of the body of Christ. And as a body part, I have a part to play. And if I don’t, then I am hurting the body
The Key To Revival – 2 Chronicles 7:14
The church in America seems to be dangerously lukewarm. We need revival, and the key is to humble ourselves, pray, and seek the Lord.
Conflicts in the Body – James 4:1-10
Conflicts in the body of Christ are all to unfortunately a common occurrence. And the root cause is often personal desires that conflict.
The Gates of Hell Shall Not Prevail – Matthew 16:13-20
It is easy to be afraid of what our culture will do to us. But Jesus promise to us is that the gates of hell will not prevail against us.
On This Rock I Will Build My Church – Matthew 16:15-18
Jesus said that on this rock I will build my church. What is this church that Jesus will build on the rock. And what is the purpose of that church?
What Makes a Healthy Church
What makes for a healthy church? There are a number of factors to look for. And they are mostly similar to what makes a healthy person.
A Chosen People and a Royal Priesthood – 1 Peter 2:4-10
As believers in our Lord Jesus Christ, we are a chosen people, a royal priesthood. That is a tremendous privilege and responsibility.
The Example of the Early Church – Acts 2:42-47
The example of the early church provides us with a successful template for being the church today. Be devoted to God and the body of Christ.
