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What makes a church according to the Bible?
In the Bible, the Greek word ecclesia is translated as “church” or “an assembly.” It can refer to an assembly of believers (1 Corinthians 1:2), a group made up of individual believers (Galatians 1:13) and a universal group of people throughout history who trust Christ (Matthew 16:18).
What was God’s purpose in establishing the church?
God’s revealed purpose for his church is holiness. In other words, the church exists to be holy. The basic meaning of holy is unique. The range of meaning includes purity and perfection.
Why did Jesus build a church?
As He had promised, Heavenly Father sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to earth over 2,000 years ago. Jesus Christ lived a perfect, sinless life. He established His Church, taught His gospel, and performed many miracles.
Where does the Bible say we should go to church?
Hebrews 10:25 The church is the place where we come together to encourage one another as members of Christ’s body. Together we fulfill an important purpose on the Earth.
Does Jesus have the right to build a church?
” Nor did He promise to build many churches. He built only one! Because He is the Christ, the Son of the living God, He has the right to build the church. No one else can truthfully make the same claim. Therefore, no one else has the right to start a church or religious organization different from that one which Jesus built.
What does the Bible say about building up a church?
And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. You yourselves like living stones are being built up as a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.
Why build a church according to Christ’s Principles?
But if we build according to Christ’s principles, we get what God can build—a church that the gates of hades will not prevail against. In Ephesians 4:7-16, Paul teaches specifics about God’s plan to build his church so we can get involved and do our part—but also so that we don’t build according to any lesser plan.
What is the importance of a church building?
A church building can be important, but whether a church uses a building, a tent, or a grand stadium, it should teach biblical doctrine, proclaim the gospel of salvation, and glorify Christ. What is the importance or value of a church building?