1 What Is Fellowship The 6 Greek Words Translated Fellowship koinoneo { koy-no-neh’-o} Verb koinonia { koy-nohn-ee’-ah} Noun koinonos { koy-no-nos’} Noun metoche { met-okh-ay’} Noun metochos { met’-okh-os} Adj sugkoinoneo { soong-koy-no-neh’-o} verb 3

koinoneo { koy-no-neh’-o} from 2844; TDNT - 3:797,447; v AV - be partaker 5, communicate 2, distribute 1; 8 GK { koinwnevw } 1)To come into communion or fellowship with, to become a sharer, be made a partner 2)To enter into fellowship, join one’s self to an associate, make one’s self a sharer or partner Enhanced StrongÆs Lexicon, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1995.

3 Used 8 Times In Scripture 1.Romans 12:13 – Distributing to the necessities of saints 2.Romans 15:27 – Gentiles have been partakers of their spiritual things 3.Galatians 6:6 – Let him that is taught… communicate unto him 4.Philippians 4:15 – No church communicated with me 5.1 Timothy 5:22 – Neither be partakers of other men’s sins 6.Hebrews 2:14 – As the children are partakers of flesh and blood 7.1 Peter 4:13 – As ye are partakers of Christ’s suffering 8.2 John 11 – He that giveth him greeting Is partaker of his evil deeds 2841 koinoneo { koy-no-neh’-o}

4 Spiritual Or Carnal? Romans 12:13 communicating to the necessities of the saints; given to hospitality American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Galatians 6:6 But let him that is taught in the word communicate unto him that teacheth in all good things American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Romans 15:27 27Yea, it hath been their good pleasure; and their debtors they are. For if the Gentiles have been made partakers of their spiritual things, they owe it to them also to minister unto them in carnal things American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

5 Spiritual Or Carnal? Philippians 4:15 And ye yourselves also know, ye Philippians, that in the beginning of the gospel, when I departed from Macedonia, no church had fellowship with me in the matter of giving and receiving but ye only; 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Hebrews 2:14 Since then the children are sharers in flesh and blood, he also himself in like manner partook of the same; that through death he might bring to nought him that had the power of death, that is, the devil; 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1 Timothy 5:22 Lay hands hastily on no man, neither be partaker of other men’s sins: keep thyself pure American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.)

6 Spiritual Or Carnal? 1 Peter 4:13 but insomuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings, rejoice; that at the revelation of his glory also ye may rejoice with exceeding joy American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 2 John 11 for he that giveth him greeting partaketh in his evil works American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

koinoneo { koy-no-neh’-o} Application Distributing to the necessities of saints Gentiles partakers of spiritual things Let the taught communicate unto him No church communicated with me Neither be partakers of other men’s sins Jesus was partakers of flesh and blood Ye are partakers of Christ’s suffering He that giveth him greeting Is partaker Romans 12:13 Romans 15:27 Galatians 6:6 Philippians 4:15 1 Timothy 5:22 Hebrews 2:14 1 Peter 4:13 2 John 11 Church providing for its own needy Shared in Israel’s spiritual heritage Individual can support preaching Church supporting Paul’s preaching Appointing unqualified elder Through death defeated Satan’s power When we suffer as Christians Support and comfort one teaching error

koinonia { koy-nohn-ee’-ah} from 2844; TDNT - 3:797,447; n f AV - fellowship 12, communion 4, communication 1, distribution 1, contribution 1, to communicate 1; 20 GK { koinwniva } 1) fellowship, association, community, communion, joint participation, intercourse 1a)the share which one has in anything, participation 1b)intercourse, fellowship, intimacy 1b1)the right hand as a sign and pledge of fellowship (in fulfilling the apostolic office) 1c)a gift jointly contributed, a collection, a contribution, as exhibiting an embodiment and proof of fellowship Enhanced StrongÆs Lexicon, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1995.

9 Used 20 Times In Scripture 1.Acts 2:42 – They continued steadfastly in the Apostles doctrine and Fellowship 2.Rom. 15:26 – Macedonia and Achia made a certain contribution for the saints 3. 1 Cor. 1:9 – God is faithful, by whom ye were called unto the fellowship of His Son 4.1 Cor. 10:16 – The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of the blood of Christ 5.1 Cor. 10:16 – The bread which we break, is it not the communion of the body of Christ 6.2 Cor. 6:14 – Be ye not unequally yoked…For what fellowship hath light with darkness 7.2 Cor. 8:4 – And take upon us the fellowship of the ministering to the saints 8.2 Cor. 9:13 – They glorify God for…and for your liberal distribution among them 9.2 Cor. 13:14 – The communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. Amen 10.Gal. 2:9 – They gave to me and Barnabas the right hand of fellowship 11.Eph. 3:9 – I preach…to make all men see what is the fellowship of the mystery 12.Phil. 1:5 – I thank my God…for your fellowship in the gospel from the first day until now 13.Phil. 2:1 – If…any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of Spirit 14.Phil. 3:10 – That I may know Him…the power of His resurrection…fellowship of… suffering 15.Philemon 6 – I thank God…that the communication of thy faith may become effectual 16.Heb. 13:16 – But to do good and to communicate, forget not…with such sacrifices God is 17.1 Jo. 1:3 – What we have seen and head declare we…that you have fellowship with us 18.1 Jo. 1:3 – And truly our fellowship is with the Father and with His Son Jesus Christ 19.1 Jo. 1:6 – If we say we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lie, and do not the truth 20.I Jo. 1:7 – But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another 2842 koinonia { koy-nohn-ee’-ah}

10 Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? Acts 2:42 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, in the breaking of bread and the prayers American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Corinthians 1:9 God is faithful, through whom ye were called into the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Romans 15:26 For it hath been the good pleasure of Macedonia and Achaia to make a certain contribution for the poor among the saints that are at Jerusalem American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

11 Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? 1 Corinthians 10:16 The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not a communion of the blood of Christ? The bread which we break, is it not a communion of the body of Christ? 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Corinthians 8:4 beseeching us with much entreaty in regard of this grace and the fellowship in the ministering to the saints: 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Corinthians 6:14 Be not unequally yoked with unbelievers: for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? or what communion hath light with darkness? 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

12 Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? 2 Corinthians 9:13 seeing that through the proving of you by this ministration they glorify God for the obedience of your confession unto the gospel of Christ, and for the liberality of your contribution unto them and unto all; 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Galatians 2:9 and when they perceived the grace that was given unto me, James and Cephas and John, they who were reputed to be pillars, gave to me and Barnabas the right hands of fellowship, that we should go unto the Gentiles, and they unto the circumcision; 2 Corinthians 13:14 The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit, be with you all.

13 Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? Ephesians 3:9 and to make all men see what is the dispensation of the mystery which for ages hath been hid in God who created all things; 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Philippians 2:1 If there is therefore any exhortation in Christ, if any consolation of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any tender mercies and compassions, 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Philippians 1:5 for your fellowship in furtherance of the gospel from the first day until now; 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

14 Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? Philippians 3:10 that I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, becoming conformed unto his death; 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Hebrews 13:16 But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Philemon 6 that the fellowship of thy faith may become effectual, in the knowledge of every good thing which is in you, unto Christ American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

15 Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? 1 John 1:3 that which we have seen and heard declare we unto you also, that ye also may have fellowship with us: yea, and our fellowship is with the Father, and with his Son Jesus Christ: 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) John 1:7 but if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanseth us from all sin American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) John 1:6 If we say that we have fellowship with him and walk in the darkness, we lie, and do not the truth: 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

koinonia { koy-nohn-ee’-ah} Application Apostles doctrine and Fellowship Made a contribution for the saints Unto the fellowship of His Son Communion of the blood of Christ Communion of the body of Christ What fellowship hath light with dark Fellowship of ministering to saints For your liberal distribution among Communion of Holy Spirit Gave the right hand of fellowship What is the fellowship of the mystery Fellowship in the gospel If any fellowship of Spirit The fellowship of his suffering The communication of thy faith But to do good and to communicate That you have fellowship with us Fellowship with the Father and Son If we say we have fellowship with him we have fellowship with one another Acts 2:42 Rom. 15:26 1 Cor. 1:9 1 Cor. 10:16 2 Cor. 6:14 2 Cor. 8:4 2 Cor. 9:13 2 Cor. 13:14 Gal. 2:9 Eph. 3:9 Phil. 1:5 Phil. 2:1 Phil. 3:10 Philemon 6 Heb. 13:16 1 John 1:3 1 John 1:6 1 John 1:7 Continued fellowship in worship Contributed to needy saints God called us in fellowship with God Church shares in Jesus’ blood Church shares in Jesus’ body No fellowship with sin Participating in support of saints Distribution to needy saints Communion of work of H.S. in word Spiritual association Fellowship of Gentiles with Jews Philippians sharing in the gospel Evidenced by being like minded Christians share in Jesus suffering Through the knowledge of gospel Individuals to share and do good In gospel have fellowship. Apost. In gospel have fellowship w Father In gospel have fellowship w Jesus In gospel have fellow. W each other

koinonos { koy-no-nos’} from 2839; TDNT - 3:797,447; n m AV - partaker 5, partner 3, fellowship 1, companion 1; 10 GK { koinwnov" } 1)a partner, associate, comrade, companion 2)a partner, sharer, in anything 2a)of the altar in Jerusalem on which the sacrifices are offered 2a1)sharing in the worship of the Jews 2b)partakers of (or with) demons 2b1)brought into fellowship with them, because they are the authors of heathen worship Enhanced StrongÆs Lexicon, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1995.

18 Used 10 Times In Scripture 1.Matthew 23:30 – We would not have been partakers 2.Luke 5:10 – Which were partners with Simon 3.1 Corinthians 10:18 – Partakers of the altar? 4.1 Corinthians 10:20 – Ye should have fellowship with 5.2 Corinthians 1:7 – As ye are partakers of the sufferings 6.2 Corinthians 8:23 – He is my partner and fellowhelper 7.Philemon 17 – If thou count me therefore a partner 8.Hebrews 10:33 – Ye became companions of them 9.1 Peter 5:1 – And also a partaker of the glory 10.2 Peter 1:4 – Be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped 2844 koinonos { koy-no-nos’}

19 Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? Matthew 23:30 and say, If we had been in the days of our fathers, we should not have been partakers with them in the blood of the prophets American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Corinthians 10:18 Behold Israel after the flesh: have not they that eat the sacrifices communion with the altar? 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Luke 5:10 and so were also James and John, sons of Zebedee, who were partners with Simon. And Jesus said unto Simon, Fear not; from henceforth thou shalt catch men American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

20 Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? 1 Corinthians 10:20 But I say, that the things which the Gentiles sacrifice, they sacrifice to demons, and not to God: and I would not that ye should have communion with demons American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Corinthians 8:23 Whether any inquire about Titus, he is my partner and my fellow-worker to you-ward, or our brethren, they are the messengers of the churches, they are the glory of Christ American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 2 Corinthians 1:7 and our hope for you is stedfast; knowing that, as ye are partakers of the sufferings, so also are ye of the comfort American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

21 Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? Philemon 17 If then thou countest me a partner, receive him as myself American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Peter 5:1 The elders among you I exhort, who am a fellow-elder, and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, who am also a partaker of the glory that shall be revealed: 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Hebrews 10:33 partly, being made a gazingstock both by reproaches and afflictions; and partly, becoming partakers with them that were so used American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

22 Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? 2 Peter 1:4 4whereby he hath granted unto us his precious and exceeding great promises; that through these ye may become partakers of the divine nature, having escaped from the corruption that is in that world by lust American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

koinonos { koy-no-nos’} Application Matthew 23:30 We would not have been partakersNot partake of shedding prophets Luke 5:10 Which were partners with SimonPartners in fishing business 1 Cor. 10:18 Partakers of the altar? Israel shared in altar by sacrifices 1 Cor. 10:20 Ye should have fellowship withSacrifice Idols = fellowship demons 2 Cor. 1:7As ye are partakers of the sufferingsWere sharers in Paul’s suffering 2 Cor. 8:23He is my partner and fellowhelperTitus was Paul’s partner in gospel Philemon 17If thou count me therefore a partnerPhilemon was Paul’s partner Heb. 10:33Ye became companions of themBecame sharers with the persec. 1 Peter 5:1 And also a partaker of the gloryPeter was a partaker of glory 2 Peter 1:4 Be partakers of the divine natureGospel makes partakers of divine

metoche { met-okh-ay’} from 3348; TDNT - 2:830,286; n f AV - fellowship 1; 1 GK { metochv } 1)a sharing, communion, fellowship Enhanced StrongÆs Lexicon, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1995.

metoche { met-okh-ay’} 2 Corinthians 6:14 – What fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness

26 Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? 2 Corinthians 6:14 14Be not unequally yoked with unbelievers: for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? or what communion hath light with darkness? 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

metoche { met-okh-ay’} Application 2 Cor. 6:14 What fellowship hath righteousness We have no partnership with idols

metochos { met’-okh-os} from 3348; TDNT - 2:830,286; adj AV - partaker 4, partner 1, fellow 1; 6 GK { mevtoco" } 1)sharing in, partaking 2)a partner (in a work, office, dignity) Enhanced StrongÆs Lexicon, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1995.

29 Used 6 Times In Scripture 1.Luke 5:7 – They beckoned unto their partners in the other boat 2.Hebrews 1:9 – With the Oil of gladness above thy fellows 3.Hebrews 3:1 – Partners of the heavenly calling 4.Hebrews 3:14 – We are made partakers of Christ 5.Hebrews 6:4 – Were made partakers of the Holy Ghost 6.Hebrews 12:8 – Whereof all are partakers 3353 metochos { met’-okh-os}

30 Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? Luke 5:7 and they beckoned unto their partners in the other boat, that they should come and help them. And they came, and filled both the boats, so that they began to sink American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Hebrews 3:1 Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of a heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our confession, even Jesus; 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Hebrews 1:9 Thou hast loved righteousness, and hated iniquity; Therefore God, thy God, hath anointed thee With the oil of gladness above thy fellows American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

31 Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? Hebrews 3:14 for we are become partakers of Christ, if we hold fast the beginning of our confidence firm unto the end: 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Hebrews 12:8 But if ye are without chastening, whereof all have been made partakers, then are ye bastards, and not sons American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Hebrews 6:4 For as touching those who were once enlightened and tasted of the heavenly gift, and were made partakers of the Holy Spirit, 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

metochos { met’-okh-os} Application Luke 5:7They partners in the other boatPeter, James, John Fishing Partners Heb. 1:9The Oil of gladness above thy fellowsJesus shared in flesh with man Heb. 3:1Partners of the heavenly calling We are partakers of heavenly calling Heb. 3:14We are made partakers of ChristWe are partakers of Christ in Gospel Heb. 6:4Were made partakers of the Holy GhostWe are partakers of H.S. in Gospel Heb. 12:8Whereof all are partakersChildren are partakers of discipline

sugkoinoneo { soong-koy-no-neh’-o} from 4862 and 2841; TDNT - 3:797,447; v AV - have fellowship with 1, communicate with 1, be partaker of 1; 3 GK { sugkoinwnevw } 1)to become a partaker together with others, or to have fellowship with a thing Enhanced StrongÆs Lexicon, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1995.

34 Used 3 Times In Scripture 1.Ephesians 5:7 – Have no fellowship with the unfruitful works 2.Philippians 4:14 – Ye have well done, that ye did communicate with 3.Revelation 18:4 – That ye be not partakers of her sins 4790 sugkoinoneo { soong-koy-no-neh’-o}

35 Spiritual Or Carnal Purpose? Ephians 5:7 Be not ye therefore partakers with them; 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Revelation 18:4 4And I heard another voice from heaven, saying, Come forth, my people, out of her, that ye have no fellowship with her sins, and that ye receive not of her plagues: 1901 American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) Philippians 4:14 14Howbeit ye did well that ye had fellowship with my affliction American Standard Version, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1994.

sugkoinoneo { soong-koy-no-neh’-o} Application Eph. 5:7Have no fellowship with the unfruitfulDo not be partakers with sons of disob Phil. 4:14That ye did communicate withPhil. Shared with Paul in his affliction Rev. 18:4That ye be not partakers of her sinsCome out from nations not part. In sin

37 Which Of These Words Authorize Ball Teams Connected To The Church Gymnasium’s Church Owned Or Operated Church Day Care Centers Kitchen’s Owned Or Operated By Church Church Owned Or Operated Fellowship Halls Play’s Performed On Church Property All Carnal Activities Held On The Lord’s Property

38 If These Are Authorized Works For The Church

39 All The Passages That Authorize Such Carnal Things

40 Conclusion Of All 48 Passages Only two passages used in a carnal association Both deal with partnership in a family business Neither passage can be applied to the church No passage authorizes church to provide the carnal No connection of church to anything carnal The church is a spiritual organization with a spiritual work The call of God is a spiritual calling not a carnal one

41 The Work Of The Church

42 The Church Building Is Holy 37 hagiazo { hag-ee-ad’-zo} from 40; TDNT - 1:111,14; v AV - sanctify 26, hallow 2, be holy 1; 29 GK - 39 { aJgiavzw } & 420 { ajnaswv/zw } 1)to render or acknowledge, or to be venerable or hallow 2)to separate from profane things and dedicate to God 2a)consecrate things to God 2b)dedicate people to God 3)to purify 3a)to cleanse externally 3b)to purify by expiation: free from the guilt of sin 3c)to purify internally by renewing of the soul Enhanced StrongÆs Lexicon, (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc.) 1995.

43 The Church Building Is Holy Cont.

44 Physical Things Made Holy By Association To God Matt 4:5 – Jerusalem Mark 6:20 – John The Baptizer Luke 1:70 – The O.T. prophets Acts 7:33 – Ground where Moses stood Romans 12:1 – Our bodies Rom. 16:16 – Our greeting of Christians 1 Timothy 2:8 – Lift holy hands