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There are many religious organizations in existence throughout the world today. Many of these religious organizations have claimed to be (or to be part of) the one true church you can read about in the pages of the Bible. It’s no wonder, then, why there is so much religious confusion in this world!
Can we even identify the one true church today? Since this world has experienced so much religious division and confusion among those who call themselves “Christians,” it is important to consider this question! It is my firm conviction that we can identify the one true church today by appealing to the Bible as the source of all authority on the matter! Colossians 3:17 instructs: “And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.” So, if you can establish the characteristics of the church you read about in the New Testament, you will be able to identify the one true church today!
The purpose of this second lesson in our study of “The Church Of Christ” is to discover some identification markers of the one true church you can read about in the New Testament and encourage you to determine to be part of this one true church! Again, I ask that you open your heart and your Bible to allow God’s word to teach you about the various identification markers of this church. Remember, that any modern-day religious organization which fails to meet these qualifications cannot be the one true church which belongs to Jesus Christ! Please note that many of these identification markers will be studied in greater detail in future lessons in this series.
Outline
The Church Of Christ
Lesson 2: The One True Church
Can you identify the one true church today? Explain your answer.
Are all denominations part of this one true church? Explain your answer.
1. Christ Promised To Build His Church
How many churches did Jesus promise to build?
How many churches were established in NT times?
2. The Church Of Christ Began In Jerusalem In Acts 2
When did the church of Christ come into existence?
Where did the church of Christ begin?
3. The Church Of Christ Has No Human Head
Who is the Head of Christ’s church?
Is there an earthly governing body/head of the church of Christ?
4. The Church Of Christ Follows The Doctrine Of Christ
Does the church of Christ preach any other doctrine besides the doctrine of Christ?
Does the church of Christ have any other creed books?
5. The Church Of Christ Is Composed Of Those Who Have Obeyed His Doctrine
Did Jesus teach the necessity of obedience? Explain.
How do individuals enter the church of Christ?
6. The Church Of Christ Is Locally Organized
Did local churches of Christ exist in NT times?
Were these local churches of Christ different denominations?
7. Local Churches Of Christ Follow The NT Pattern
Is there a pattern in the NT?
Is there a NT pattern for local churches of Christ to follow?
8. The Church Of Christ Is Called By His Name
Who does the church of Christ belong to?
What name did local churches of Christ and disciples of Christwear?
9. The Church Of Christ Will Be Saved Eternally
What are the promises of the Gospel?
What is the home prepared for the church of Christ?
*Is this the only church that belongs to Christ? Explain your answer.