What's The Meaning Of The Church?

First of all, let's start with some of the

names of the Church.  

A. The Body of Christ.

The Church being the Body of Christ must
reflect strength, unity, members of
believers being on one accord, spirit filled,
having no strife or contention.  

B. The Bride of Christ.

The Church being the Bride of
Christ must be pure, faithful, obedient,
patient, forgiving and a help meet.

C. The Famiy of GOD.

This reflects that all believers in the word
of GOD are one (1) in Christ, which is the
word of GOD manifested in the flesh.
D. The Heirs of GOD.
All believers are joint heirs with Christ to
be glorified together and inherit GOD's will
for us, which are good things now and
forever.

E. The Flock of Christ.

The Flock of Christ hears the Shepherd
voice, which means we respond to the
Holy Spirit and do the Lord's will.

F. Salt of the World.

Salt is essential as a preservative and a
seasoning.  If salt loses its flavor, it is good
for nothing and is to be cast away.

Christ is the light of the world, which

means truth and the Church must be a
reflection of His light and truth.  The
Church must proclaim truth, which is the
word of GOD, regardless of political
correctness, statutes, laws, fads and/or
popular opinion.  

NOTE: Many people judge the Church by

what church members say and do.  What
we must all understand is that GOD is the
same yesterday, today and forever.  One
goes to Church to hear the word of GOD. 
Remember, don't try to remove the speck
out of others eye, when you have a plank
in yours.  We all fall short.  So please,
don't let that deter you from attending
Church!!!

Beware of strangers bearing gifts: Church

do not be deceived by the "hush money"
tax exemption status "gift" that you
receive.  For you are still instructed to be
faithful to the Lord and speak truth, which
is the word of GOD.

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