What Is Fellowship

1. What Is Fellowship The 6 Greek Words Translated Fellowship • 2841 koinoneo { koy-no-neh’-o} Verb 8 • 2842 koinonia { koy-nohn-ee’-ah} Noun 20 • 2844 koinonos { koy-no-nos’} Noun 10 • 3352 metoche { met-okh-ay’} Noun 1 • 3353 metochos { met’-okh-os} Adj 6 • 4790 sugkoinoneo { soong-koy-no-neh’-o} verb 3

2. 2841 koinoneo { koy-no-neh’-o} • 2841 koinoneo { koy-no-neh’-o} • from 2844; TDNT - 3:797,447; v • AV - be partaker 5, communicate 2, distribute 1; 8 • GK - 3125 { koinwnevw } • 1) To come into communion or fellowship with, to become a sharer, be made a partner • 2) To enter into fellowship, join one’s self to an associate, make one’s self a sharer or partner • Enhanced StrongÆs Lexicon, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1995.

3. 2841 koinoneo { koy-no-neh’-o} Used 8 Times In Scripture • Romans 12:13 – Distributing to the necessities of saints • Romans 15:27 – Gentiles have been partakers of their spiritual things • Galatians 6:6 – Let him that is taught… communicate unto him • Philippians 4:15 – No church communicated with me • 1 Timothy 5:22 – Neither be partakers of other men’s sins • Hebrews 2:14 – As the children are partakers of flesh and blood • 1 Peter 4:13 – As ye are partakers of Christ’s suffering • 2 John 11 – He that giveth him greeting Is partaker of his evil deeds Are these carnal or spiritual?

4. Spiritual Or Carnal? • Romans 12:13 • communicating to the necessities of the saints; given to hospitality. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • Romans 15:27 • 27Yea, it hath been their good pleasure; and their debtors they are. For if the Gentiles have been made partakers of their spiritual things, they owe it to them also to minister unto them in carnal things. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • Galatians 6:6 • But let him that is taught in the word communicate unto him that teacheth in all good things. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

5. Spiritual Or Carnal? • Philippians 4:15 • And ye yourselves also know, ye Philippians, that in the beginning of the gospel, when I departed from Macedonia, no church had fellowship with me in the matter of giving and receiving but ye only; • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • 1 Timothy 5:22 • Lay hands hastily on no man, neither be partaker of other men’s sins: keep thyself pure. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) • Hebrews 2:14 • Since then the children are sharers in flesh and blood, he also himself in like manner partook of the same; that through death he might bring to nought him that had the power of death, that is, the devil; • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.)

6. Spiritual Or Carnal? • 1 Peter 4:13 • but insomuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings, rejoice; that at the revelation of his glory also ye may rejoice with exceeding joy. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) • 2 John 11 • for he that giveth him greeting partaketh in his evil works. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

7. 2841 koinoneo { koy-no-neh’-o}Application Nothing Carnal Distributing to the necessities of saints Gentiles partakers of spiritual things Let the taught communicate unto him No church communicated with me Neither be partakers of other men’s sins Jesus was partakers of flesh and blood Ye are partakers of Christ’s suffering He that giveth him greeting Is partaker Romans 12:13 Romans 15:27 Galatians 6:6 Philippians 4:15 1 Timothy 5:22 Hebrews 2:14 1 Peter 4:13 2 John 11 Church providing for its own needy Shared in Israel’s spiritual heritage Individual can support preaching Church supporting Paul’s preaching Appointing unqualified elder Through death defeated Satan’s power When we suffer as Christians Support and comfort one teaching error No Food Purely Spiritual Sharers in Evil Deeds Even if not partakers of

8. 2842 koinonia { koy-nohn-ee’-ah} • 2842 koinonia { koy-nohn-ee’-ah} • from 2844; TDNT - 3:797,447; n f • AV - fellowship 12, communion 4, communication 1, distribution 1, contribution 1, to communicate 1; 20 • GK - 3126 { koinwniva } • 1) fellowship, association, community, communion, joint participation, intercourse • 1a) the share which one has in anything, participation • 1b) intercourse, fellowship, intimacy • 1b1) the right hand as a sign and pledge of fellowship (in fulfilling the apostolic office) • 1c) a gift jointly contributed, a collection, a contribution, as exhibiting an embodiment and proof of fellowship • Enhanced StrongÆs Lexicon, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1995.

9. 2842 koinonia { koy-nohn-ee’-ah} Used 20 Times In Scripture • Acts 2:42 – They continued steadfastly in the Apostles doctrine and Fellowship • Rom. 15:26 – Macedonia and Achia made a certain contribution for the saints • 1 Cor. 1:9 – God is faithful, by whom ye were called unto the fellowship of His Son • 1 Cor. 10:16 – The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of the blood of Christ • 1 Cor. 10:16 – The bread which we break, is it not the communion of the body of Christ • 2 Cor. 6:14 – Be ye not unequally yoked…For what fellowship hath light with darkness • 2 Cor. 8:4 – And take upon us the fellowship of the ministering to the saints • 2 Cor. 9:13 – They glorify God for…and for your liberal distribution among them • 2 Cor. 13:14 – The communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. Amen • Gal. 2:9 – They gave to me and Barnabas the right hand of fellowship • Eph. 3:9 – I preach…to make all men see what is the fellowship of the mystery • Phil. 1:5 – I thank my God…for your fellowship in the gospel from the first day until now • Phil. 2:1 – If…any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of Spirit • Phil. 3:10 – That I may know Him…the power of His resurrection…fellowship of… suffering • Philemon 6 – I thank God…that the communication of thy faith may become effectual • Heb. 13:16 – But to do good and to communicate, forget not…with such sacrifices God is • 1 Jo. 1:3 – What we have seen and head declare we…that you have fellowship with us • 1 Jo. 1:3 – And truly our fellowship is with the Father and with His Son Jesus Christ • 1 Jo. 1:6 – If we say we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lie, and do not the truth • I Jo. 1:7 – But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another Are these carnal or spiritual?

10. Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? • Acts 2:42 • And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, in the breaking of bread and the prayers. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. Continued in Same class or kind • Romans 15:26 • For it hath been the good pleasure of Macedonia and Achaia to make a certain contribution for the poor among the saints that are at Jerusalem. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. Church's contribution spiritual or carnal work? 1 Corinthians 1:9 God is faithful, through whom ye were called into the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord. 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

11. Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? • 1 Corinthians 10:16 • The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not a communion of the blood of Christ? The bread which we break, is it not a communion of the body of Christ? • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • 2 Corinthians 6:14 • Be not unequally yoked with unbelievers: for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? or what communion hath light with darkness? • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • 2 Corinthians 8:4 • beseeching us with much entreaty in regard of this grace and the fellowship in the ministering to the saints: • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

12. Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? • 2 Corinthians 9:13 • seeing that through the proving of you by this ministration they glorify God for the obedience of your confession unto the gospel of Christ, and for the liberality of your contribution unto them and unto all; • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. 2 Corinthians 13:14 The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit, be with you all. Galatians 2:9 and when they perceived the grace that was given unto me, James and Cephas and John, they who were reputed to be pillars, gave to me and Barnabas the right hands of fellowship, that we should go unto the Gentiles, and they unto the circumcision;

13. Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? • Ephesians 3:9 • and to make all men see what is the dispensation of the mystery which for ages hath been hid in God who created all things; • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • Philippians 1:5 • for your fellowship in furtherance of the gospel from the first day until now; • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • Philippians 2:1 • If there is therefore any exhortation in Christ, if any consolation of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any tender mercies and compassions, • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

14. Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? • Philippians 3:10 • that I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, becoming conformed unto his death; • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • Philemon 6 • that the fellowship of thy faith may become effectual, in the knowledge of every good thing which is in you, unto Christ. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • Hebrews 13:16 • But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

15. Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? • 1 John 1:3 • that which we have seen and heard declare we unto you also, that ye also may have fellowship with us: yea, and our fellowship is with the Father, and with his Son Jesus Christ: • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • 1 John 1:6 • If we say that we have fellowship with him and walk in the darkness, we lie, and do not the truth: • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • 1 John 1:7 • but if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanseth us from all sin. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

16. 2842 koinonia { koy-nohn-ee’-ah} Application Apostles doctrine and Fellowship Made a contribution for the saints Unto the fellowship of His Son Communion of the blood of Christ Communion of the body of Christ What fellowship hath light with dark Fellowship of ministering to saints For your liberal distribution among Communion of Holy Spirit Gave the right hand of fellowship What is the fellowship of the mystery Fellowship in the gospel If any fellowship of Spirit The fellowship of his suffering The communication of thy faith But to do good and to communicate That you have fellowship with us Fellowship with the Father and Son If we say we have fellowship with him we have fellowship with one another Acts 2:42 Rom. 15:26 1 Cor. 1:9 1 Cor. 10:16 1 Cor. 10:16 2 Cor. 6:14 2 Cor. 8:4 2 Cor. 9:13 2 Cor. 13:14 Gal. 2:9 Eph. 3:9 Phil. 1:5 Phil. 2:1 Phil. 3:10 Philemon 6 Heb. 13:16 1 John 1:3 1 John 1:3 1 John 1:6 1 John 1:7 Continued fellowship in worship Contributed to needy saints God called us in fellowship with God Church shares in Jesus’ blood Church shares in Jesus’ body No fellowship with sin Participating in support of saints Distribution to needy saints Communion of work of H.S. in word Spiritual association Fellowship of Gentiles with Jews Philippians sharing in the gospel Evidenced by being like minded Christians share in Jesus suffering Through the knowledge of gospel Individuals to share and do good In gospel have fellowship. Apost. In gospel have fellowship w Father In gospel have fellowship w Jesus In gospel have fellow. W each other Again Nothing Carnal No Food Purely Spiritual Sharing In The Gospel

17. 2844 koinonos { koy-no-nos’} • 2844 koinonos { koy-no-nos’} • from 2839; TDNT - 3:797,447; n m • AV - partaker 5, partner 3, fellowship 1, companion 1; 10 • GK - 3128 { koinwnov" } • 1) a partner, associate, comrade, companion • 2) a partner, sharer, in anything • 2a) of the altar in Jerusalem on which the sacrifices are offered • 2a1) sharing in the worship of the Jews • 2b) partakers of (or with) demons • 2b1) brought into fellowship with them, because they are the authors of heathen worship • Enhanced StrongÆs Lexicon, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1995.

18. 2844 koinonos { koy-no-nos’} Used 10 Times In Scripture • Matthew 23:30 – We would not have been partakers • Luke 5:10 – Which were partners with Simon • 1 Corinthians 10:18 – Partakers of the altar? • 1 Corinthians 10:20 – Ye should have fellowship with • 2 Corinthians 1:7 – As ye are partakers of the sufferings • 2 Corinthians 8:23 – He is my partner and fellowhelper • Philemon 17 – If thou count me therefore a partner • Hebrews 10:33 – Ye became companions of them • 1 Peter 5:1 – And also a partaker of the glory • 2 Peter 1:4 – Be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped Are these carnal or spiritual?

19. Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? • Matthew 23:30 • and say, If we had been in the days of our fathers, we should not have been partakers with them in the blood of the prophets. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • Luke 5:10 • and so were also James and John, sons of Zebedee, who were partners with Simon. And Jesus said unto Simon, Fear not; from henceforth thou shalt catch men. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • 1 Corinthians 10:18 • Behold Israel after the flesh: have not they that eat the sacrifices communion with the altar? • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

20. Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? • 1 Corinthians 10:20 • But I say, that the things which the Gentiles sacrifice, they sacrifice to demons, and not to God: and I would not that ye should have communion with demons. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • 2 Corinthians 1:7 • and our hope for you is stedfast; knowing that, as ye are partakers of the sufferings, so also are ye of the comfort. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • 2 Corinthians 8:23 • Whether any inquire about Titus, he is my partner and my fellow-worker to you-ward, or our brethren, they are the messengers of the churches, they are the glory of Christ. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.)

21. Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? • Philemon 17 • If then thou countest me a partner, receive him as myself. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • Hebrews 10:33 • partly, being made a gazingstock both by reproaches and afflictions; and partly, becoming partakers with them that were so used. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • 1 Peter 5:1 • The elders among you I exhort, who am a fellow-elder, and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, who am also a partaker of the glory that shall be revealed: • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

22. Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? • 2 Peter 1:4 • 4whereby he hath granted unto us his precious and exceeding great promises; that through these ye may become partakers of the divine nature, having escaped from the corruption that is in that world by lust. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

23. 2844 koinonos { koy-no-nos’} Application • Matthew 23:30 We would not have been partakers Not partake of shedding prophets • Luke 5:10 Which were partners with Simon Partners in fishing business • 1 Cor. 10:18 Partakers of the altar? Israel shared in altar by sacrifices • 1 Cor. 10:20 Ye should have fellowship with Sacrifice Idols = fellowship demons • 2 Cor. 1:7 As ye are partakers of the sufferings Were sharers in Paul’s suffering • 2 Cor. 8:23 He is my partner and fellowhelper Titus was Paul’s partner in gospel • Philemon 17 If thou count me therefore a partner Philemon was Paul’s partner • Heb. 10:33 Ye became companions of them Became sharers with the persec. • 1 Peter 5:1 And also a partaker of the glory Peter was a partaker of glory • 2 Peter 1:4 Be partakers of the divine nature Gospel makes partakers of divine Sharing In The Gospel One Carnal Occurance Peter, James, John In Fishing Business Purely Spiritual

24. 3352 metoche { met-okh-ay’} • 3352 metoche { met-okh-ay’} • from 3348; TDNT - 2:830,286; n f • AV - fellowship 1; 1 • GK - 3580 { metochv } • 1) a sharing, communion, fellowship • Enhanced StrongÆs Lexicon, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1995.

25. 3352 metoche { met-okh-ay’} • 2 Corinthians 6:14 – What fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness

26. Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? • 2 Corinthians 6:14 • 14Be not unequally yoked with unbelievers: for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? or what communion hath light with darkness? • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

27. 3352 metoche { met-okh-ay’}Application 2 Cor. 6:14 What fellowship hath righteousness We have no partnership with idols We Are To Have No Partnership With Idols

28. 3353 metochos { met’-okh-os} • 3353 metochos { met’-okh-os} • from 3348; TDNT - 2:830,286; adj • AV - partaker 4, partner 1, fellow 1; 6 • GK - 3581 { mevtoco" } • 1) sharing in, partaking • 2) a partner (in a work, office, dignity) • Enhanced StrongÆs Lexicon, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1995.

29. 3353 metochos { met’-okh-os} Used 6 Times In Scripture • Luke 5:7 – They beckoned unto their partners in the other boat • Hebrews 1:9 – With the Oil of gladness above thy fellows • Hebrews 3:1 – Partners of the heavenly calling • Hebrews 3:14 – We are made partakers of Christ • Hebrews 6:4 – Were made partakers of the Holy Ghost • Hebrews 12:8 – Whereof all are partakers Are these carnal or spiritual?

30. Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? • Luke 5:7 • and they beckoned unto their partners in the other boat, that they should come and help them. And they came, and filled both the boats, so that they began to sink. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) • Hebrews 1:9 • Thou hast loved righteousness, and hated iniquity; Therefore God, thy God, hath anointed thee With the oil of gladness above thy fellows. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • Hebrews 3:1 • Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of a heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our confession, even Jesus; • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

31. Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? • Hebrews 3:14 • for we are become partakers of Christ, if we hold fast the beginning of our confidence firm unto the end: • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) • Hebrews 6:4 • For as touching those who were once enlightened and tasted of the heavenly gift, and were made partakers of the Holy Spirit, • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • Hebrews 12:8 • But if ye are without chastening, whereof all have been made partakers, then are ye bastards, and not sons. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

32. 3353 metochos { met’-okh-os}Application Luke 5:7 They partners in the other boat Peter, James, John Fishing Partners Heb. 1:9 The Oil of gladness above thy fellows Jesus shared in flesh with man Heb. 3:1 Partners of the heavenly calling We are partakers of heavenly calling Heb. 3:14 We are made partakers of Christ We are partakers of Christ in Gospel Heb. 6:4 Were made partakers of the Holy Ghost We are partakers of H.S. in Gospel Heb. 12:8 Whereof all are partakers Children are partakers of discipline One Carnal Occurance Gospel Peter, James and John Partners in Fishing As God's childen

33. 4790 sugkoinoneo { soong-koy-no-neh’-o} • 4790 sugkoinoneo { soong-koy-no-neh’-o} • from 4862 and 2841; TDNT - 3:797,447; v • AV - have fellowship with 1, communicate with 1, be partaker of 1; 3 • GK - 5170 { sugkoinwnevw } • 1) to become a partaker together with others, or to have fellowship with a thing • Enhanced StrongÆs Lexicon, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1995.

34. 4790 sugkoinoneo { soong-koy-no-neh’-o} Used 3 Times In Scripture • Ephesians 5:7 – Have no fellowship with the unfruitful works • Philippians 4:14 – Ye have well done, that ye did communicate with • Revelation 18:4 – That ye be not partakers of her sins Are these carnal or spiritual?

35. Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? • Ephians 5:7 • Be not ye therefore partakers with them; • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • Philippians 4:14 • 14Howbeit ye did well that ye had fellowship with my affliction. • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994. • Revelation 18:4 • 4And I heard another voice from heaven, saying, Come forth, my people, out of her, that ye have no fellowship with her sins, and that ye receive not of her plagues: • 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

36. 4790 sugkoinoneo { soong-koy-no-neh’-o}Application Eph. 5:7 Have no fellowship with the unfruitful Do not be partakers with sons of disob Phil. 4:14 That ye did communicate with Phil. Shared with Paul in his affliction Rev. 18:4 That ye be not partakers of her sins Come out from nations not part. In sin Don't share in sin Christians shared in suffering

37. Which Of These Words Authorize • Ball Teams Connected To The Church • Gymnasium’s Church Owned Or Operated • Church Day Care Centers • Kitchen’s Owned Or Operated By Church • Church Owned Or Operated Fellowship Halls • Play’s Performed On Church Property • All Carnal Activities Held On The Lord’s Property The Building connects to church by association

38. If These Are Authorized Works For The Church Every church must have them If authorized it is sinful not to have them

39. All The Passages That Authorize Such Carnal Things Passages ?????????

40. Conclusion Of All 48 Passages • Only two passages used in a carnal association • Both deal with partnership in a family business • Neither passage can be applied to the church • No passage authorizes church to provide the carnal • No connection of church to anything carnal • The church is a spiritual organization with a spiritual work • The call of God is a spiritual calling not a carnal one

41. The Work Of The Church Evangelism - Ephesians 4:11-16 Edfication - Ephesians 4:11-16 Benevolence - 1 Timothy 5 Use Of God's Resources Must Be In Keeping With It's Work Work Is Spiritual So Must Its Resources Be Used

42. The Church Building Is Holy • 37 hagiazo { hag-ee-ad’-zo} • from 40; TDNT - 1:111,14; v • AV - sanctify 26, hallow 2, be holy 1; 29 • GK - 39 { aJgiavzw } & 420 { ajnaswv/zw } • 1) to render or acknowledge, or to be venerable or hallow • 2) to separate from profane things and dedicate to God • 2a) consecrate things to God • 2b) dedicate people to God • 3) to purify • 3a) to cleanse externally • 3b) to purify by expiation: free from the guilt of sin • 3c) to purify internally by renewing of the soul • Enhanced StrongÆs Lexicon, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1995.

43. The Church Building Is Holy Cont. It Is Set Apart For A Spiritual Purpose Its Use Must Be In Keeping With Its Purpose The Church Is Spiritual, Its Work Is Spiritual Therefore Use Of The Building Must Be Separated For Spiritual Work Carnal Activities Are Not In Keeping With Its Purpose Carnal Activities Ties God With Those Activities Through The Building

44. Physical Things Made Holy By Association To God • Matt 4:5 – Jerusalem • Mark 6:20 – John The Baptizer • Luke 1:70 – The O.T. prophets • Acts 7:33 – Ground where Moses stood • Romans 12:1 – Our bodies • Rom. 16:16 – Our greeting of Christians • 1 Timothy 2:8 – Lift holy hands