THE DESIGN OF THE CHURCH

I The Importance of the Church
A. The Church Belongs to God
B. The Church was Bought by Christ
C. The Church is Built By Christ

II. The Design of the Church

A. Universal
Entrance
Matthew 16:16-18; Ephesians 2:8-9; Ephesians 2:10;
Philippians 1:6; 2 Corinthians 5:17; 1 Corinthians 12:13;
Romans 8:9;
Worldwide
Matthew 16:18; Acts 1:8; Matthew 28:19; Revelation 5:9;

B. Local
Location
1 Corinthians 12:12-26;
Priority
1 John 2:19; Acts 14:21-23; Acts 13:1-3;
Characteristics
Revelation 2-3; Hebrews 10:25; Galatians 1:6-9;
Necessity
Ephesians 4:16; Romans 12:4-8; 1 Corinthians 12:20-24; 1 Corinthians 12:25; Romans 12:10,13; 14:1,16-18; 15:1,6-7; Ephesians 4:11-16;




THE DESIGN OF THE CHURCH
1. How does Jesus building His church, relate to how we enter His church?



2. How far will Christ’s church extend? Explain



3. Explain the priority the New Testament places on the local church.



4. What are some of the characteristics of the local church?



5. Explain the necessity of the local church in the life of a Christian.