The Church of Christ
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The document discusses the origins and meaning of the Greek word "ekklesia" which is often translated as "church" in the New Testament. It provides various definitions of ekklesia from historical sources, including an assembly of citizens, the gathering of Israel, the whole body of Christians, and a local assembly of believers. It then discusses key aspects of the Church of Christ, including its organization, evangelism, edification, and benevolence. The focus is on the Church being people and the community found therein.
The Church of Christ
- 3. ekklesia
- 4. ekklesia the Greek word often translated “church” in the New Testament } {
- 5. ekklesia the Greek word often translated “church” in the New Testament } { “out of”
- 6. ekklesia the Greek word often translated “church” in the New Testament } { “out of” “a calling”
- 7. ekklesia the Greek word often translated “church” in the New Testament } { “out of” “a calling” an assembly of citizens, regularly summoned —— Vincent
- 8. ekklesia the Greek word often translated “church” in the New Testament } { “out of” “a calling” a gathering of citizens called out from their homes into some public places; an assembly —— Thayer
- 9. ekklesia the Greek word often translated “church” in the New Testament } { “out of” “a calling” But if you seek anything further, it shall be settled in the regular assembly. —— Acts 19:39 an assembly of Roman citizens
- 10. ekklesia the Greek word often translated “church” in the New Testament } { “out of” “a calling” This is the one who was in the congregation in the wilderness with the angel who spoke to him at Mount Sinai, and with our fathers. He received living oracles to give to us. —— Acts 7:38 the gathering of Israel
- 11. ekklesia the Greek word often translated “church” in the New Testament } { “out of” “a calling” And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. —— Matthew 16:18 the whole body of Christians
- 12. ekklesia the Greek word often translated “church” in the New Testament } { “out of” “a calling” If he refuses to listen to them, tell it to the church. And if he refuses to listen even to the church, let him be to you as a Gentile and a tax collector. —— Matthew 18:17 a local assembly of believers
- 13. ekklesia the Greek word often translated “church” in the New Testament } { “out of” “a calling” — an assembly of Roman citizens — the gathering of Israel — the whole body of Christians — a local assembly of believers
- 14. The Church of Christ Jesus is head (Matthew 16:18; Ephesians 1:22; 5:23; Colossians 1:18) Local church: Organization Christ (Philippians 1:1) Elders (Acts 20:17, 28; Titus 1:5-7; 1 Peter 5:1-2) Deacons (Philippians 1:1; 1 Timothy 3:8-13) Saints (Philippians 1:1)
- 15. The Church of Christ Evangelism (1 Timothy 3:14-15; 1 Thessalonians 1.8; Acts 13:1-3; Philippians 4:15-16; 2 Corinthians 11:8) Work
- 16. The Church of Christ Evangelism (1 Timothy 3:14-15; 1 Thessalonians 1.8; Acts 13:1-3; Philippians 4:15-16; 2 Corinthians 11:8) Work Edi fi cation (Ephesians 4:12-16; Hebrews 10:25; 1 Corinthians 14:26)
- 17. The Church of Christ Evangelism (1 Timothy 3:14-15; 1 Thessalonians 1.8; Acts 13:1-3; Philippians 4:15-16; 2 Corinthians 11:8) Work Edi fi cation (Ephesians 4:12-16; Hebrews 10:25; 1 Corinthians 14:26) Benevolence (Acts 6:1-6; 1 Timothy 5:3-16; Acts 2:45; 4:32-35; 11:27-30; Romans 15:25-6; 1 Corinthians 16:1-3; 2 Corinthians 8-9)
- 18. The Church of Christ
- 19. The Church of Christ People!
- 20. The Church of Christ People! So those who received his word were baptized, and there were added that day about three thousand souls. —— Acts 2:41
- 21. Where do we fi nd community today?
- 22. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. 2 Corinthians 5:20
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- 24. One Anothe r #02 The Church of Chris t Acts 2:41-47 Compiled and Presented by : Dave Stewar t 2021 July 2 5 www.1corinthians1614.com Synopsis: The church is people. Sometimes we get so caught up in various aspects of understanding the church, that we forget. This is just a reminder. “Let all that you do be done with love.” "Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version, copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a division of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.”