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From Jeff Asher What Should Visitors Expect?

May see things we had not expected May see things that raise questions May see cultural differences May see unscriptural practices A Visit to a “Church of Christ”

To Find A People Who: Recognize and respect Scriptural authority Worship after the Bible pattern Believe in restoring the New Testament church Are zealous in teaching their beliefs Love God, His word and one another Are interested In Them!! A Visit to a “Church of Christ”

A People Who: Settle things by “What The Scriptures Say!” - NOT by what is liked, wanted, or the popular view in the community! Strive to do only what is authorized in the New Testament (Col. 3:17;1 Pet. 4:11; 1 Cor. 4:6; 1 John 3:4; 2 John 1:9) What Should Visitors Expect A People Who Recognize & Respect Scriptural Authority Things not settled by what we like or want Things not settled by what is popular in the community Strive to do only what is authorized in the New Testament (Col. 3:17;1 Pet. 4:11; 1 Cor. 4:6; 1 Jno. 3:4)

Not adding one element to our faith for which there is no book, chapter, and verse Not binding on others anything for which we have no Scriptural authority Not being concerned with “church of Christ” doctrine, but “what does the Bible say” What Should Visitors Expect A People Who Recognize & Respect Scriptural Authority Things not settled by what we like or want Things not settled by what is popular in the community Strive to do only what is authorized in the New Testament (Col. 3:17;1 Pet. 4:11; 1 Cor. 4:6; 1 Jno. 3:4)

When we respect God’s authority, we will worship according to His directives – The question is what does God want in worship, not what we want or like!! Our worship MUST be according to both truth & in sincerity - (Lev. 10:1-2; Heb. 8:5; John 4:24) What Should Visitors Expect A People Who Recognize & Respect Scriptural Authority Things not settled by what we like or want Things not settled by what is popular in the community Strive to do only what is authorized in the New Testament (Col. 3:17;1 Pet. 4:11; 1 Cor. 4:6; 1 Jno. 3:4)

“… singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord” (Eph. 5:19) “… I will sing with the spirit, and I will also sing with the understanding” (1 Cor. 14:15) “... I will confess to You among the Gentiles, And sing to Your name’” (Rom. 15:9) What Should Visitors Expect A People Who Recognize & Respect Scriptural Authority Things not settled by what we like or want Things not settled by what is popular in the community Strive to do only what is authorized in the New Testament (Col. 3:17;1 Pet. 4:11; 1 Cor. 4:6; 1 Jno. 3:4)

”Raised there voice to God with one accord” (Ac 4:24-31) “Peter was therefore kept in prison, but constant prayer was offered to God for him by the church” (Ac. 12:5) “What is the conclusion then? I will pray with the spirit, and I will also pray with the understanding” (1 Cor. 14:15) What Should Visitors Expect A People Who Recognize & Respect Scriptural Authority Things not settled by what we like or want Things not settled by what is popular in the community Strive to do only what is authorized in the New Testament (Col. 3:17;1 Pet. 4:11; 1 Cor. 4:6; 1 Jno. 3:4)

“Do this in remembrance of Me." (Luke 22:19) “Now on the first day of the week, when the disciples came together to break bread, …” (Ac. 20:7) “For as often as you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death till He comes” (1 Cor. 11:26) What Should Visitors Expect A People Who Recognize & Respect Scriptural Authority Things not settled by what we like or want Things not settled by what is popular in the community Strive to do only what is authorized in the New Testament (Col. 3:17;1 Pet. 4:11; 1 Cor. 4:6; 1 Jno. 3:4)

“So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Cor. 9:7) “Upon the first day of the week let every one of you lay by him in store, as God hath prospered him, …” (1 Cor. 16:2) What Should Visitors Expect A People Who Recognize & Respect Scriptural Authority Things not settled by what we like or want Things not settled by what is popular in the community Strive to do only what is authorized in the New Testament (Col. 3:17;1 Pet. 4:11; 1 Cor. 4:6; 1 Jno. 3:4)

“… Let all things be done for edification” (1 Cor. 14:26) “And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers” (Ac. 2:42) “… Let all things be done for edification” (1 Cor. 14:26) “Take heed to yourself and to the doctrine.” (1 Tim. 4:15-16) “Preach the word!” (2 Tim 4:2) “Feed the flock” (Ac 20:28) What Should Visitors Expect A People Who Recognize & Respect Scriptural Authority Things not settled by what we like or want Things not settled by what is popular in the community Strive to do only what is authorized in the New Testament (Col. 3:17;1 Pet. 4:11; 1 Cor. 4:6; 1 Jno. 3:4)

What Should Visitors Expect A People Who Recognize & Respect Scriptural Authority Things not settled by what we like or want Things not settled by what is popular in the community Strive to do only what is authorized in the New Testament (Col. 3:17;1 Pet. 4:11; 1 Cor. 4:6; 1 Jno. 3:4)

A plea to return to the Bible To do Bible things in Bible ways To forsake man-made religions to be a part of the New Testament church (Mk. 7:7; Matt. 7:21-23; 1 Cor. 1:10-13; 2 Tim 3:16,17; Jude 3) What Should Visitors Expect A People Who Recognize & Respect Scriptural Authority Things not settled by what we like or want Things not settled by what is popular in the community Strive to do only what is authorized in the New Testament (Col. 3:17;1 Pet. 4:11; 1 Cor. 4:6; 1 Jno. 3:4)

Jesus as the head of the church (Eph. 1:22-23) Elders overseeing flock among them (1 Pet. 5:2) Deacons serving (1 Tim. 3:10) The Organization of the Church

“churches of Christ” (Rom. 16:16; Mat 16:18; Ac 20:28) “church of God” (1 Cor. 1:2) “church of the firstborn” (Heb. 12:23) “churches of Christ” (Rom. 16:16; Gal. 1:22, RSV)) “church of God” (1 Cor. 1:2) “church of the firstborn” (Heb. 12:23) “church of the Lord” (Ac. 20:28, ASV)

Evangelism (1 Tim. 3:15) Edification (Eph. 4:16) Benevolence (Ac. 11:29-30) Recreation?????? Entertainment????????? Politics????? Evangelism (1 Tim. 3:15) Edification (Eph. 4:16) Benevolence (Ac. 11:29-30)

Hearing (Rom 10:17) Faith (John 8:24) Repentance (Ac. 3:19) Confession (Rom. 10:9-10) Baptism (Ac. 2:38,41,47) Terms of Admission Faith (Mk. 16:16) Repentance (Ac. 2:38) Confession (Rom. 10:9-10) Baptism (Ac. 2:41,47; 1 Cor. 12:13)

Zeal to live and proclaim God’s word (Ac. 8:4; 1 Thes 1:8) No wishy-washy, half-hearted service (Mat 6:33; Rom 12:1-3) Standing against error (Ep 5:11) An influence for good (1 Pet. 2:9; Matt. 5:16; Tit. 2:11-12; Jas. 1:27; 1 Cor. 15:58; Rom. 12:13) Terms of Admission Faith (Mk. 16:16) Repentance (Ac. 2:38) Confession (Rom. 10:9-10) Baptism (Ac. 2:41,47; 1 Cor. 12:13)

Our love for God is manifested in our love for His truth! Our love for His truth produces love for one another – which in turn produces unity (Mk. 12:30-31; Jno. 13:35; Gen. 13:8) Our love should be manifested so that it is visible (Gal 5:6,13) Terms of Admission Faith (Mk. 16:16) Repentance (Ac. 2:38) Confession (Rom. 10:9-10) Baptism (Ac. 2:41,47; 1 Cor. 12:13)

Galatians 5:6,13 (NKJV) [6] For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision avails anything, but faith working through love. . . . [13] For you, brethren, have been called to liberty; only do not use liberty as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another. Terms of Admission Faith (Mk. 16:16) Repentance (Ac. 2:38) Confession (Rom. 10:9-10) Baptism (Ac. 2:41,47; 1 Cor. 12:13)

Went about doing good (Ac. 10:38) Cared for the sick (Matt. 14:14-21) Showed compassion for those in need (Matt. 15:32-38) Forgave even His enemies (Lk. 23:34) Sacrificed Himself (Rom. 5:9) Terms of Admission Faith (Mk. 16:16) Repentance (Ac. 2:38) Confession (Rom. 10:9-10) Baptism (Ac. 2:41,47; 1 Cor. 12:13)

If you are a visitor – WE CARE about YOUR spiritual wellbeing!! We are willing to answer ANY question (s) you may have & study the Bible with you!! We want you to examine what we teach & practice and compare it with the Bible!! We want to help you get to heaven!! A People Who Care About Them!

To Find A People Who: Recognize and respect Scriptural authority Worship after the Bible pattern Believe in restoring the New Testament church Are zealous in teaching their beliefs Love God, His word and one another Are interested In Them!! A Visit to a “Church of Christ”

Non-Christians are invited to become a Christian Non-Christians are invited to become a Christian! – Mark 16:16; Acts 2:38; Gal 3:26,27 Christians in sin are encouraged to repent, confess & pray – Acts 8:18-24; 1 John 1:9 An Invitation To Any Who Need To Render Obedience To The Gospel!