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Explore the concept of a "Paul Church" where believers confess Christ as Lord, meet regularly, uphold apostolic teachings, practice accountability, and support one another. Reflect on being part of the Universal and Local Church, and find ways to live out the reality of Christ's Body in today's world.
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The discipline of Community:The reality of our belonging Romans 12:4-5
What is a “Paul Church”? • A group of people who confess Christ as Lord, 1 Cor 12:3 • A group of people who meet regularly, 1 Cor 14:26 • A group who holds to apostolic teaching and practice, Acts 2:42 • A group which practices accountability, mutual and under elders, 1 Thess 5:12-13 • A group which meets each other’s needs, 2 Cor 8:13-14 • A group that seeks to advance Kingdom, Col 4:11
Two Questions • Are you part of the Universal and Local Church? • How can you seek to live more in the reality of Christ’s Body?