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Advantages of The Church

Advantages of The Church. Ephesians 3:10-21. Introduction . Advantages/Disadvantages Weighing them is a sign of wisdom Learning comes by decision making. The Church. Not a denomination Not a social club Not a mutual admiration society. The Church. Group of Christians

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Advantages of The Church

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  1. Advantages of The Church Ephesians 3:10-21

  2. Introduction • Advantages/Disadvantages • Weighing them is a sign of wisdom • Learning comes by decision making

  3. The Church • Not a denomination • Not a social club • Not a mutual admiration society

  4. The Church • Group of Christians • Meet together (Acts 2:47) • Organized (Philippians 1:1) • Purchased by the blood of Christ (1 Peter 1:18, 19)

  5. Family of God • Spiritual relationship with God • Our Father (2 Corinthians 6:14-19) • His household (1 Timothy 3:15) • Fellowship with Him (1 John 1:1-9)

  6. Family of God • Fellowship with brothers and sisters • A “replacement” family for some (Matthew 19:29, 30) • Early Christians (Acts 2:42) • Demonstration of God’s love (1 John 3:1-3)

  7. Place To Belong • A need to “belong” • Clubs, societies, etc. • Great lengths to join • Work and play together

  8. Place To Belong • Advantage of the church • Work together (1 Corinthians 12:12-27) • Growth and encouragement (Ephesians 4:11-16) • Shared blessings (Romans 15:25-27) • Shared time (Acts 2:46)

  9. Place of Equality • Inequality in the world • Racial prejudice and bigotry • Conflict of rich and poor

  10. Place of Equality • Church a place of equality • No racial or class distinctions (Galatians 3:26-29; James 2:1-9) • No special clergy (Matthew 23:8-12) • Baptized into one body (1 Corinthians 12:13, 25) • Assigned roles (1 Timothy 2:8-12)

  11. Encouragement and Edification • Sharing mutual problems and joys • Organizations like AA • Pep rallies for sporting events

  12. Encouragement and Edification • Church a means of spiritual support • Intends for us to assemble (Acts 2:42; 4:23; 11:26; 15:30; 18:22) • Commanded (Hebrews 10:24, 25) • Responsibilities and privileges (Romans 12:9-15; Galatians 6:2) • Help for all (1 Thessalonians 5:14)

  13. Conclusion • Church designed to meet our needs • One to receive the glory • Are you a part of the church?

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