

Mortification and Vivification - 1 Timothy - Wk 7
14 snips Feb 17, 2025
Active participation in the church is essential for authentic community and spiritual growth. Listeners are encouraged to confront sin as a predator and eliminate distractions from their spiritual journey. The foundation of the church relies on recognizing Jesus' true identity and guarding against false teachings. Just as one trains for physical fitness, nurturing spiritual life requires commitment and practice. Finally, embracing and utilizing personal spiritual gifts fosters transformation and deeper connections within the community.
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Be the Church
- Be the church, not just go to church.
- Focus on being actively involved in the Father's business as the family of God.
Church's Origin
- Jesus first mentioned "church" in Caesarea Philippi.
- This "church" (ekklesia) is a gathering of called-out people, a movement built upon the declared Gospel.
Etymology of Church
- The word "church" (ekklesia) originally meant a movement or gathering of called-out people.
- A shift occurred around 300 AD when "kirche" (Lord's house) began to be used, changing the perception of church.