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Christianity is about relationships - "Not Religion"
Relating To God
Only through Jesus are we saved, and become children of God.
God communicates through his Word.
Christ is in us and we are in him - the Spirit-Filled life.
Prayer, as 2-way communication with God.
A daily relationship with Christ as Lord - evidenced in our lives.
Relating to Christians
Unity of the Spirit - essential prerequisite for evangelism.
Fellowship in love - so attractive that it draws others.
Mutual accountability.
Involvement in the life of the church - use of gifts.
Relating to Non - Christians
God loves them, so we must too.
Cultivating relationships is essential.
Obligation to share a verbal witness.
Individually, and as a church, we must be involved in the community.
Global concern - Missions is a mandate.
Growth
Growth comes from God, but we must work to strengthen, broaden, and deepen all these relationships to expect God to bring growth. |
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