first thing we must investigate is the church's doctrine or fundamental beliefs. It' easily by going on their home page online also most churches have their service online so you Actually hear the preaching
Does the church believe the Bible is the inerrant, infallible Word of God? Do the leaders trust that Scripture
Does the church believe Jesus is not simply the Son of God but actually God Himself ( John 1:1-2, 14)? The deity of Christ is absolutely a fundamental belief of any biblical church. Had Jesus been an ordinary man, He would have been a sinner like the rest of humanity. The penalty for our wrongdoing needed to be paid by someone who'd never sinned. If Christ disobeyed God, then you and I are left to face the full wrath of the Father ( Heb. 9:27).
Does the church believe Jesus was born of a virgin? If we have faith in God's Word, then we must trust that it speaks the truth regarding Jesus' miraculous birth, as recorded in the Gospels ( Matt. 1:23-25).
Does the church believe in the bodily resurrection of Christ? When Jesus left the tomb, He left it physically. He was not simply a spirit floating around; He was a person-alive and in the flesh ( John 20:24-29).
Does the church believe Jesus is going to return? Scripture is clear that Christ will come back to the earth. He will call His followers home and bring judgment on the ungodly ( 1 Thess. 4:13-18).
Does the church believe there will be a future judgment? When Christ returns, He will return as a righteous Judge. At that time, He will separate His people from those who do not know Him Does the church believe there is a literal heaven and hell? This goes along with the truth of the coming judgment. After all, if the "sheep" and "goats" are separated ( Matt. 25:31-46), then each group must have a place to go.
Does the church believe Jesus went to the cross and died a sacrificial atoning death? This is the most important point of all
It is realy dificult in the begining (when one is a new believer) to understand which church is a right church, since one may not know the Word of God well. So I think a good thing you can do is ask God to show you which churches to avoid and which not. Keep reading the Bible and compare their teachings (and their lives) with what is written in the Bible and God will lead you somehow. As one grow more and more mature in the knowledge of God's Word that comparison will become easier and easier. Now if any other brother or sister wants to add to that then they are welcome.
In Christ we are one. The one church is us & how we learn His word & spread by it living it daily. Doing our best to be more like Jesus, Loving God with ALL our being & helping those in need & praying for the enemy. That is Gods will & a true church.! Definitely NOT someone asking for your money especially if you can't afford to tithe money so do it with your time helping others in need. God knows your heart and situation.
first thing we must investigate is the church's doctrine or fundamental beliefs. It' easily by going on their home page online also most churches have their service online so you Actually hear the preaching
Does the church believe the Bible is the inerrant, infallible Word of God? Do the leaders trust that Scripture
Does the church believe Jesus is not simply the Son of God but actually God Himself ( John 1:1-2, 14)? The deity of Christ is absolutely a fundamental belief of any biblical church. Had Jesus been an ordinary man, He would have been a sinner like the rest of humanity. The penalty for our wrongdoing needed to be paid by someone who'd never sinned. If Christ disobeyed God, then you and I are left to face the full wrath of the Father ( Heb. 9:27).
Does the church believe Jesus was born of a virgin? If we have faith in God's Word, then we must trust that it speaks the truth regarding Jesus' miraculous birth, as recorded in the Gospels ( Matt. 1:23-25).
Does the church believe in the bodily resurrection of Christ? When Jesus left the tomb, He left it physically. He was not simply a spirit floating around; He was a person-alive and in the flesh ( John 20:24-29).
Does the church believe Jesus is going to return? Scripture is clear that Christ will come back to the earth. He will call His followers home and bring judgment on the ungodly ( 1 Thess. 4:13-18).
Does the church believe there will be a future judgment? When Christ returns, He will return as a righteous Judge. At that time, He will separate His people from those who do not know Him Does the church believe there is a literal heaven and hell? This goes along with the truth of the coming judgment. After all, if the "sheep" and "goats" are separated ( Matt. 25:31-46), then each group must have a place to go.
Does the church believe Jesus went to the cross and died a sacrificial atoning death? This is the most important point of all
Thank you.
Some general thoughts about your query.
It is realy dificult in the begining (when one is a new believer) to understand which church is a right church, since one may not know the Word of God well. So I think a good thing you can do is ask God to show you which churches to avoid and which not. Keep reading the Bible and compare their teachings (and their lives) with what is written in the Bible and God will lead you somehow. As one grow more and more mature in the knowledge of God's Word that comparison will become easier and easier. Now if any other brother or sister wants to add to that then they are welcome.
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