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What is the primary purpose and function of the church?
What is the primary purpose and function of the church?
Why does the church exist?
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Permalink Reply by ribbon on
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I dont know what scripture says about church but I know I went to learn more about the Lord. I had heard that people are to fellowship together. I guess i thoiught the reason for church was to learn about the lord and to worship Him. I know im a dumb hick LT =D . I read all yalls intelligent input.... then sometimes yall have to see my 1 cent. I love yalls forum topics..
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Permalink Reply by Leonard T on
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Janie,
Thanks for the input. I want to wait until we get a number of responses before I respond much in this forum. I don't know about the hick part, but I do know you are special to the Lord :-)
Lord Bless,
LT
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Permalink Reply by Tammy on
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Girl, I'm from NC. You can't get much more hick redneck then I am. I feel a little stupid at times responding to their very intelligent discussions esp when Amanda gets to going. I don't respond much because they usually cover everything I believe by the time I even read the title of the discussion so I figure my few hick words don't really matter much. hehe
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I am just a southern country boy ... so that makes three hicks. No jokes please, I hear one coming :-)
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Permalink Reply by Amanda on
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I was born in Ohio, Tammy, and live in hillbilly country now. I have no common sense.
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Permalink Reply by Carla on
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Oh to think I missed this when I left for a few months.. :-)
small town girl here.. now living in the sub-burbs... what does it all mean anyway?.. We're all residents of Heaven.. :-D
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Permalink Reply by Seek on
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I was born in Ohio, and moved right along side ya. WV and KY are about as hillbilly hicksville as it gets. They even call us Hillbillies here. But then they also say...Wild Wonderful ALMOST Heaven WV. ;-)
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Teaching, fellowship, worship, prayer.
We are told not to give up meeting together. Many do quit. Disobedience doesn't seem to matter too much anymore since past present and future sins are all already forgiven and confession just means agreeing with God that yes I have sins and I'm not ever going to be perfect in this life and Jesus is my Savior. I don't quite understand that POV but it sounds like a get out of jail free card.
I don't go to church regularly but feel guilty for not going and many would call that legalism since my sins are all forgiven and I'm pure and righteous in Christ.
So I don't know why church even exists anymore. We won't get thrown into Hell for not going. People have trouble accepting each other. There are always fights and quarrels and people get hurt in church. Maybe if everyone looked at God as being the audience instead of wanting the entertainment they can receive from it, then attitudes would be more about pleasing God with worship and adoration.
But then people would likely get caught up in how well they are performing for God, wondering if He is pleased with them. It's almost, too, like those who support the church financially want to get what they are paying for out of it -- a sound message, good singing, fun activities, and if somebody gets saved then that's great. I apologize for being sullen. I think sometimes everything is pointless ... But that's no excuse. Forgive me for my attitude.
But Jesus is supposed to be the center and the focus. The Church is the Bride of Christ, the Body. He loves her. He died for her. We should want to gather together for Him, out of love for Jesus, if it is at all possible for us to go ... And if we love Him, really.
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No need to apologize. I wanted honest answers from various perspectives. Thanks for replying.
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Permalink Reply by Colby on
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Many churches today have adopted mission and vision statements, which they post on their websites. These provide some insight into what their leadership see as their reason for existence, their vision, and their primary functions. They reflect how churches see or position themselves in the Christian "marketplace." Here's a sampling.
Capital Christian Center - Sacramento, CA
- Truth - Growth - Love.
- Not everyone has the same taste in worship style. That’s why we’ve put together different worship venues on the Capital campus each weekend. We have something for everyone.
- Three Services Designed for You:
- 9am Classic ... think choir, orchestra
- 10:30am Casual ... think guitars, high energy.
- 12pm Casual ... think guitars, high energy
Christ Church East Bay - Berkeley & Oakland, CA
- Mission: Why do we exist? Christ Church exists to lead people into a deeper relationship with Christ and his Church through community and for the city.
- Vision: What do we hope to accomplish? Christ Church is a worshiping community that seeks to announce and embody the story of Jesus that brings about changed lives, social healing, and cultural renewal in Berkeley and Oakland, and through these, the world.
Champion Life Church - Palm Desert, CA
- “To empower everyday people to live as champions in their everyday lives!”
Shepherd of the Hills Church - Porter Valley (Los Angeles, CA)
- We are united to magnify God by:
- Reaching the multitudes one by one
- Developing Christ-like maturity
- Empowering meaningful ministry
- Encouraging a life of missions throughout the world
- The AoG is committed to fulfilling a four-fold mission. Its primary reason for being is:
- Evangelize the lost.
- Worship God.
- Disciple believers.
- Show Compassion.
Saddleback Community Church - Lake Forest, CA
- Our Purpose here at Saddleback is to lead people to Jesus and membership in his family, teach them to worship the Lord and magnify his name, develop them to Christlike maturity, and equip them for ministry in the church, and a mission in the world.
Irvine United Congregational Church - Irvine, CA
- Mission: IUCC is radically inclusive, declaring to neighbors and strangers alike. No matter who you are or where you are on life's journey, you are welcome here. We celebrate the Creator's diversity as we worship God and grow in our faith.
CrossRoads Community Church (Nazarene) - Palo Alto, CA
- Our mission to help people connect with God in everyday life. We believe we can best accomplish this mission by: Seeking God's wisdom; sharing life together; serving people in need.
Pacific Beach Bible Church (Christian & Missionary Alliance) - San Diego, CA
- That In Everything We Say and Do, Jesus Christ Would Be Exalted.
St. Clare's Episcopal Church - Pleasanton, CA
- Wage Peace, Wage Hope, Wage Love!
- “Look for the face of the Lord Jesus in everyone you meet; and may everyone you meet see the face of the Lord Jesus in you.”
St. Luke's Lutheran Church (ELCA) - Walnut Creek, CA
- To know Christ and make Christ known.
- St. Luke's Lutheran is a worshiping, Christ-centered, caring, healing, community that shares the love of the word of God through example, study, fellowship, and reaching out to others. We welcome all!
Bible Believers Baptist Church - Corpus Christi, TX
- We are a Bible-believing, Bible-preaching, Bible-teaching church. We make sure people get sound doctrine here.
Hillsong Church - Sydney, Australia
- To reach and influence the world by building a large Christ-centred, Bible-based church, changing mindsets and empowering people to lead and impact in every sphere of life.
Hope of the City Church - Southcenter Mall, Seattle, WA
- Bringing hope to everyday life.
Church at the Cross - Grapevine, TX
- A family of faith committed to guiding generations to become devoted followers of Jesus Christ.
Oasis Church - Aiken SC
Our purpose is to live and help others to live in a passionate, purposeful, authentic, and exciting relationship with God and one another.
Our vision is to create a spiritually significant, culturally relevant atmosphere of worship, teaching, and relationships that empowers people to enjoy a successful Christian life and enrich the lives of others.
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