Do you assemble with God’s people? If you read the New Testament you will quickly find all kinds of instructions about the assembly or church of God’s people. They gathered to worship God together. They gathered to edify, or build up each other. These are things each of us must do! You need to find … Read more
How to Choose a Church “Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think … unto Him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages… Amen.” (Eph 3:20-21). The process by which I choose a church depends on what I am looking for. If … Read more
Does the church belong to God or people? Is it my church or His? Jesus said: “I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it … I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven: and whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatever … Read more
Are You Religious? If anyone among you thinks he is religious, and does not bridle his tongue but deceives his own heart, this one’s religion is useless. Pure religion before God and the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their trouble, and to keep oneself unspotted from the world. James 1:26-27
Does it matter what churches do and teach? Religious separation and division, even within “Christianity” flourishes. People are encouraged to choose a church that suits their preference. What we are learning from all of this: Acceptance of all this variety is teaching us that what the church does and teaches does not matter. Is … Read more
Is the Church Necessary for Me? In my limited exposure and experience I am seeing an increased interest in God and spiritual life. More people are reading the Bible and pursuing a life that involves more than just material things. Many of these are disappointed by Christian churches and are looking for personal fulfillment … Read more
What’s the difference in your church and other churches? People choose churches like they choose other products — compare features and select the one that is preferred. That is fine for selecting products of human creation. The church of the Lord is of divine origin, has Christ as its head and is ruled by His word … Read more
For many people being religious means to participate in rituals and ceremonies in an established religion. Often these are done without understanding their value or purpose. I will not defend the practices of 21st century religions. So many of them are busy with things no-where found in God’s word. Too many churches look, act and … Read more
