Building (Great Commission, outreach, perseverance, faithfulness) Ephesians 4:16… From Him the whole body…grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work. Matthew 28:19… making disciples of all nations. (Great Commission) Ephesians 2:21… In Him the whole building is joined together and rises to become a holy temple… 1 Corinthians 3:6… I planted, Apollos watered, but God was causing the growth. 1 Corinthians 3:9… For we are God’s fellow workers; you are God’s field, God’s building. Acts 2:41… and there were added that day…
a community of people (fellowship, focus on people) Acts 2:42-47... and all those who had believed were together... Ephesians 4:4-6… one body and one Spirit, just as also you were called in one hope… John 13:34… a new commandment I give to you, that you love one another, even as I have loved you.
who are experiencing new-life with God (salvation in Christ, renewal in Christ) Romans 6:23… the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus… 2 Corinthians 5:17… if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation… Matthew 22:37… you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart… (Great Commandment) Colossians 3:10… put on the new self that is being renewed to a true knowledge according to the image of the One who created him.
and with others (restoration in relationships, forgiveness, unity) John 13:34… a new commandment I give you, that you love one another as I have loved you…” Matthew 22:30… love your neighbor as yourself. (Great Commandment) Malachi 4:6… He will restore the hearts of the fathers to their children and… Galatians 6:1… you who are spiritual, restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness…
by believing in Jesus Christ (repentance and initial commitment) Mark 1:15... the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe the good news. John 3:16… that whoever believes in Him will not perish, but have everlasting life. Romans 10:10… for it is with your heart that you believe and are justified.
worshipping Him (worship, dedication and re-dedication, focus in ministry) Hebrews 12:28… let us be thankful and so worship God… John 4:24… His worshippers must worship in Spirit and in truth.… Revelation 5:11-14… To Him who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb, be blessing and honor… John 4:24… those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth. Psalm 150… Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the Lord!
and learning to live every day by the Word of God.(learning and doing God’s Word) Matthew 28:19…teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. John 15:14… You are my friends, if you do what I command you. 2 Timothy 3:16… All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof…