The Simplicity That Is In Christ

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The Simplicity That Is In Christ 2 Corinthians 11:1-3

1. The Gospel Vs. The Law Of Moses Abolished the need for repeated sacrifices. Heb. 10:1-3, 10-12 Abolished the need for a priesthood. Heb. 10:19-22 Abolished the need for furnishings and instruments. Heb. 9:1-5 Abolished the need for a physical temple. John 4:19-24

2. New Testament Christianity Vs. Modern Day Denominationalism The simplicity of the church’s Doctrine. The simplicity of the church’s Leadership. Phil. 1:1 The simplicity of the church’s Organization. 1 Peter 5:2 The simplicity of the church’s Mission and Work. 1 Tim. 3:15; Eph. 4:11-12; Rom. 15:26

3. Quick Delivery of the Gospel Message Acts 2 – Peter preached the gospel. “That day” 3,000 people responded (v. 41). Acts 8:34-36 – Philip preached to the eunuch. “What hinders me from being baptized?” Acts 16:30-33 – Paul preached to the jailer. “The same hour of the night… immediately”