To restore and maintain the original church which Christ established.
The church was planned by God before the foundation of the world. (Romans 8:29; 1 Peter 1:18-20)
It was established in accordance with his divine will and through it, God's wisdom is made known. (Ephesians 3:10-12)
The blood of Christ and the church of Christ are inseparably bound together.
(Ephesians 1:22-23; 4:4-6; 5:23-27; Colossians 1:18-20)
All things that make up man's salvation are in Christ and his church.
Following baptism, we are to study and grow in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. (2 Timothy 2:15; 1 Peter 2:2; 2 Peter 1:18-20)
Then, we are to regularly attend the services, as commanded in the scripture. (Hebrews 10:25)
Finally, after having lived faithful until death, we will receive our reward, a mansion in God's heavenly kingdom. (2 Timothy 4:8; Revelation 2:10; 14:13)
The New Testament Church
Our Foundation
Jesus Christ - 1 Cor. 3:11; John 20:30-31; 1 Cor. 10:11
Organization
Universal - Christ is its Head - Eph. 1:22
Local - Ministers to reprove, rebuke and exhort - 2 Tim. 4:1-4
- Ministers to preach - Rom. 10:15
- Elders to oversee the flock - Acts 20:28
- Deacons to serve - 1 Tim 3:10
Worship
In spirit and in truth - John 4:24
Prayer, teaching, fellowship, Lord's Supper, collection and singing
Acts 2:42; 1 Cor 16:1-2; Eph 5:19
Practice
Pure religion - James 1:27
Add to Christian graces - 2 Peter 1:5-11
Continue in the Apostles' teaching - Acts 2:42
Destination
An eternal home in heaven - John 14:1-6; 1 Thes. 4:16
