The Church, as the body of Christ, exists to glorify God through worship, discipleship, and evangelism. Understanding its role in God’s plan empowers believers to serve faithfully and anticipate Christ’s return.
Bible Themes and Doctrines
The Church, as the body of Christ, exists to glorify God through worship, discipleship, and evangelism. Understanding its role in God’s plan empowers believers to serve faithfully and anticipate Christ’s return.
The doctrine of the Holy Spirit affirms His deity, His work in salvation and sanctification, and His role in the Church and the world. Understanding the Spirit’s ministry empowers believers to live in obedience and anticipation of Christ’s return.
Speaking in tongues was a miraculous sign gift in the early church to authenticate the gospel. However, based on biblical evidence and conservative scholarship, it appears to have ceased with the completion of Scripture and the establishment of the church. Today, believers should focus on the sufficiency of God’s Word and the enduring gifts of the Spirit.
Agabus’ prophetic ministry highlights the Holy Spirit’s guidance in the early Church, equipping believers for challenges and inspiring unity in action. His story encourages Christians to trust in God’s sovereignty and embrace the cost of discipleship with courage and faith.
Phoebe, a deaconess commended by Paul, exemplified faithful service and generosity in the early Church. Her story challenges believers to embrace their unique callings and use their gifts to advance God’s kingdom.
Believers of the New Testament are referred to as believer-priests. Explore the role of a priest from the past to the future.