One cannot have Christ without the church; one cannot have church without Christ. Christ comes with a church. If one wishes to follow Christ, the church is not an optional add-on. We must restore Christ to all we say and do and are at church. Three concepts from Ephesians 1-3: the church is the place …
Monthly Archives: July 2014
How Should We “Do” Church? (3)
In two previous articles, I have suggested some changes that we must make in how we “do church”. These include a renewed focus on Christ, Scripture, and others; a commitment to the world around us and a commitment to discipleship and involvement rather than consumerism. Because I am a minister, and have spent my life …
How Should We “Do” Church (2)
[This blog is a continuation from yesterday. Here are some additional items to consider as we ask whether our focus is biblical and healthy.] 3. We must focus on people more than task. We must know who we are, and not only what we must do. One can do the right things without being the …
How Should We “Do” Church? (1)
A preacher friend of mine and I were visiting about the greeting program at the church where he ministers. He wanted to make some changes to insure a better contact with visitors. His problem? The same deacon had organized the greeters and the greeting program for a long time. It was generally ineffective. My preacher …