Benefits of Faithful Church Membership
WHAT IS A LOCAL NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH?
The word “Church” as defined in the New Testament is; A group of scriptually baptized believers who assemble together regularly with the purpose of carrying out the commission given to them by Christ.
Their beliefs and practices are based entirely on the Holy Bible, God’s complete revelation of Himself to mankind.
WHY DO YOU NEED A LOCAL NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH
The local church is to a Christian what a home is to a child. The home provides; shelter, protection, nourishment, instruction, love, fellowship, discipline, inspiration, and encouragement. In time, it produces a productive, capable, mature adult - and so does the local church.
Remember, God says that you need the local church!
God commands Christians not to forsake the assembling of themselves together with other believers in the local church. (Hebrews 10:25). There are many reasons for this. Through the ministry of the local church. You will grow spiritually and become a stronger Christian in the following areas of your life:
1. Assurance of Salvation - Knowing for sure that your sins have been forgiven and Heaven will be your home! (Jn. 1:12, 3:16, 5:24, 10:9, Rom. 10:9-13, I Jn. 5:13)
2. Believers Baptism - The first step of obedience to Christ. (Matt. 28:18-20, Acts 2:41, 8:36-38, Rom. 6:2-5, Jas. 4:17)
3. Bible Study - Knowing God’s plan and purpose for your life. (II Tim. 2:15, Rom. 10:17, Heb. 4:12, I Pet. 2:2-3, II Pet. 3:18, Ps. 1:1-3)
4. Prayer - Talking to God (Jn. 16:24, I Jn. 1:8-10, Matt. 7:7-8, Jn. 14:13-14, Eph. 5:20, I Thess. 5:18, Phil. 4:6-7, Jas. 5:16-18, Jer. 33:3)
5. Fellowship - Mutual friendship and encouragement with other Christians. (Acts 2:42, 4:32-37, Heb. 10:24)
6. Surrender - Submission to God’s will in your life. (Rom. 12:1-2, Eph. 5:16, Luke 9:23, Rom. 6:13, I Cor. 6:19-20, Prov. 27:1)
7. Separation - Living a pure, victorious life. (I Jn. 2:15-17, Jas. 4:4, Rom. 12:2, II Cor. 6:14-18, I Cor. 10:31, Col. 3:17)
8. Stewardship - Proper use of time, talent, and possessions and resources. (Matt. 6:33, Luke 6:38, Eph. 5:16, II Cor. 9:6-7, Mal. 3:10)
9. Witnessing - Effectively sharing the Gospel to your acquaintances. (Matt. 28:18-20, Acts 1:8, Mark 16:15, Jn. 15:16, II Cor. 5:20)
As a believer, seek out a Bible believing Baptist Church where you can learn more about God, His Son, and His Word!
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